Duval Grasping Fcps 13mm wide, 18cm

Clinical Application

Duval-style grasping forceps with a 13 mm wide jaw are designed to provide a secure, atraumatic hold on soft tissues during operative manipulation and specimen retrieval. They are commonly used to handle lung parenchyma, pleura, bowel, omentum, and other viscera in thoracic, general, and gynecologic procedures. The broad jaw distributes contact pressure to reduce localized tissue trauma, making these forceps suitable for retraction and controlled removal of tissue during open and limited-access operations. Not recommended for fine vascular or microsurgical work where delicate, pinpoint control is required.

Design & Configuration

The Duval pattern features broad, paddle-style jaws that provide increased surface contact compared with pointed forceps. A 13 mm jaw width offers a balance between secure grip and atraumatic handling—wider than pinpoint forceps to reduce crush injury yet narrow enough to access confined operative fields. The 18 cm shaft length affords comfortable reach and handling in standard open procedures and many limited-access cases, allowing the operator to maneuver without excessive hand crossing or crowding of the field.

Instrument Specifications

• Instrument: Grasping forceps, Duval pattern
• Jaw width: 13 mm
• Overall length: 18 cm
• Configuration: Broad paddle / fenestrated jaws for atraumatic grasp
• Typical clinical use: Thoracic, general, and gynecologic tissue handling and specimen retrieval
• Construction: Stainless steel, reusable

Material & Construction

Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel with precision machining to maintain jaw alignment and consistent performance over repeated use and sterilization cycles. The robust, reusable construction is compatible with standard steam sterilization protocols and routine inspection for wear to ensure long service life.

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