Clinical Application
Used to obtain secure hemostasis and to grasp dense or slippery tissue in open surgical procedures. The curved Rochester‑Ochsner is commonly employed in general, gynecologic and soft‑tissue surgery for clamping pedicles, controlling bleeding from medium‑to‑large vessels, and providing firm traction on fascia, muscle or vascular bundles during dissection and ligation.
Design & Configuration
The curved shaft provides improved access and visibility when working in deep or confined operative fields, allowing the tip to approach tissue at an oblique angle without obstructing the surgeon's line of sight. The fenestrated, interlocking jaw profile delivers a secure grip on bulky tissue while the locking ratchet maintains consistent clamping pressure. A robust box‑lock hinge gives stable alignment of the jaws under load, which is important when holding tissue or applying traction.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Hemostatic forceps
- Pattern / model: Rochester‑Ochsner
- Configuration: Curved
- Length: 13 cm
- Tip / jaw pattern: Fenestrated jaws with interlocking teeth for secure tissue hold
- Typical surgical use: Clamping, grasping and hemostasis in open procedures
- Reusable: Yes
Material & Construction
Constructed in surgical‑grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and repeated autoclave reprocessing. The instrument employs a box‑lock hinge and a multi‑position locking ratchet for reliable clamping. Designed for reusable use with standard sterilization 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