Clinical Application
Vulsellum forceps with a 3x3 tooth jaw are designed to provide a secure, positive purchase on dense soft tissues where firm traction is required. Common clinical uses include grasping and applying controlled traction to the uterus and cervix during gynecologic procedures, achieving tissue control during delivery or placental management, and manipulating tough fascial or pelvic tissues in open abdominal and vaginal surgery. The 3x3 tooth pattern is intended for robust hold in situations where atraumatic alternatives may slip.
Design & Configuration
The curved jaw geometry facilitates access around anatomic contours and improves line-of-sight in deep pelvic and vaginal fields. A 9 mm jaw width provides a broad contact surface to distribute gripping force across the teeth, reducing the need for repeated re-grasping. The 26 cm overall length offers additional reach for intra-abdominal or deep pelvic work while maintaining tactile control. Ring handles with a ratchet allow the surgeon to lock the instrument at a desired grip pressure, enabling sustained traction without continuous manual force.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Forceps (vulsellum)
- Pattern / model: Museux Vulsellum
- Configuration: Curved, ring-handle with ratchet
- Length: 26 cm
- Tip / jaw: 3x3 teeth, 9 mm jaw width
- Typical use: Firm tissue grasping and traction in OB/GYN, pelvic and general surgery
- Construction: Stainless steel, reusable
Material & Construction
Constructed from surgical-grade stainless steel for corrosion resistance and repeated sterilization cycles. The instrument is designed for reusable clinical use and can be processed in standard steam sterilization workflows.
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