Clinical Application
Designed for use in operative vaginal delivery, this Piper-style obstetric forceps are used to grasp and control the fetal head during assisted vaginal extraction. The instrument is appropriate for scenarios that require controlled traction and limited rotation of the head—commonly employed in prolonged second stage, maternal exhaustion, or when delivery assistance is indicated for the after‑coming head in breech deliveries. Use requires appropriate obstetric training and adherence to standard obstetric indications and contraindications.
Design & Configuration
The hollow-blade geometry provides a concave contact surface that cradles the fetal head, distributing pressure over a broader area compared with narrow blades. This configuration can improve conformity to head contours and reduce point compression during traction. The 30 cm overall length balances reach and control for routine maternal pelvis heights, allowing the operator to apply measured traction while maintaining manual control for any required rotation or release.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Obstetric forceps
- Pattern / model: Laufe-Piper
- Configuration: Hollow blades
- Length: 30 cm
- Tip / jaw pattern: Hollow obstetric blade design
- Typical surgical use: Assisted vaginal delivery; extraction/control of the fetal head, including after‑coming head in breech presentation
- Material / construction: Surgical-grade stainless steel
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel with a smooth, serviceable finish to facilitate cleaning and routine hospital sterilization processes. The hollow-blade construction is formed to provide consistent contact geometry and reliable performance across repeated reprocessing cycles. The instrument is intended for reuse following appropriate sterilization and inspection protocols.
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