Clinical Application
This forceps is designed to provide a secure, positive grip on moderate to dense soft tissue during general surgical procedures. The 2x3 tooth tip gives focused purchase for handling skin edges, fascia, suturing and retraction where a firm, reliable hold is required. It is commonly used in general surgery, minor procedures, and situations where controlled tissue manipulation is needed. Avoid use on extremely delicate or friable tissues where toothed forceps could cause unnecessary trauma.
Design & Configuration
The 2x3 tooth tip geometry concentrates holding force at discrete contact points to minimize slippage while allowing the surgeon precise control during suturing and tissue approximation. The 15 cm overall length balances reach with tactile feedback, making the instrument useful both at the wound margin and for slightly deeper fields. As a thumb (pick-up) style forceps, it is operated with fine manual control rather than a ratchet mechanism, which facilitates delicate positioning and suturing tasks.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Tissue forceps (thumb/pick-up)
- Pattern / model: Lane's tissue forceps
- Length: 15 cm
- Tip / jaw pattern: 2x3 teeth for positive purchase
- Typical use: skin edge and soft tissue handling, wound closure, retraction
- Construction: surgical-grade stainless steel; reusable
Material & Construction
Crafted from surgical-grade stainless steel to withstand routine sterilization and repeated clinical use. The toothed tip is precision-formed to maintain alignment and consistent engagement throughout the instrument's service life. Reusable construction supports standard decontamination and autoclave processes.
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