Clinical Application
Designed for percutaneous renal procedures, this Elsasser nephrostomy forceps is used to grasp and retrieve urinary calculi, clot or foreign material, and small tissue fragments within the renal collecting system and nephrostomy tract. Its configuration supports tasks performed during nephrostomy tube placement, tube exchange and endourologic stone management where controlled grasping and secure retrieval are required.
Design & Configuration
The short, curved 20 cm shaft provides a compact working length that improves control and maneuverability in the confined workspace of a nephrostomy tract or percutaneous access site. The curved geometry facilitates an angled approach into calyces and renal pelvises, helping the jaws access and engage fragments that are difficult to reach with straight instruments. The forceps design delivers precise bite control for secure retrieval while maintaining tactile feedback for the operator.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Forceps (nephrostomy pattern)
- Pattern / model: Elsasser nephrostomy forceps
- Configuration: Short, curved
- Length: 20 cm
- Tip / jaw: Nephrostomy-style grasping jaws for retrieval tasks
- Typical use: Percutaneous nephrostomy access, stone/foreign body retrieval, tissue grasping in renal procedures
- Material: Medical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Manufactured from medical-grade stainless steel and precision-machined to maintain jaw alignment and consistent performance. The construction supports repeated cleaning and sterilization cycles typical for reusable surgical instruments used in urology.
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