Clinical Application
Provides secure handling and placement of swabs, cottonoids and nasal packing during otolaryngology (ENT) and sinus procedures, minor surgical procedures, and clinical wound/dressing management. The short, precise length and swab-specific tip geometry permit controlled introduction and removal of dressings in confined spaces such as the nasal cavity and sinus meatus, and are useful for irrigation, hemostasis assistance, and specimen swabbing when delicate manipulation is required.
Design & Configuration
The compact 12.5 cm length balances reach with fingertip control for procedures in narrow or superficial cavities. A slender shank reduces obstruction of the surgical field, while the swab-oriented tip geometry is shaped to cradle and retain cotton or gauze without puncturing the material. The hand-held forceps configuration enables single-handed placement, removal and repositioning of dressings and packing, improving efficiency during packing or hemostatic maneuvers.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Swab forceps for ENT/sinus use
- Pattern: Lister (Sinus) swab forceps
- Configuration: Handheld, precision tip for swab/grasping
- Length: 12.5 cm
- Tip/jaw: Broad, atraumatic swab-holding tips
- Typical use: Nasal/sinus packing, dressing changes, swab manipulation
- Material: Surgical stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and repeated sterilization cycles. The tip geometry is formed to securely retain soft dressings while minimizing tissue trauma. Reusable construction supports routine autoclave sterilization and instrument processing practices commonly used in operating rooms and ambulatory care settings.
Quality & Compliance
Manufactured by FDA-registered OEM facilities and produced under strict quality control standards.
Brand Comparison
Comparable in form and function to equivalent instruments offered by major US medical suppliers.
Availability & Returns
- In-stock lead time: ships within ~1 week
- Out-of-stock lead time: 2–4 weeks
- Returns: 30-day return policy