Clinical Application
Designed for use in tonsillectomy and related oropharyngeal procedures, this instrument provides controlled grasping and stabilization of tonsillar tissue, ligatures, and surgical packs. The length and handling characteristics support both exposure and delivery tasks in a confined intraoral field, assisting the primary surgeon or an assistant with tissue control during dissection and hemostatic maneuvers.
Design & Configuration
The Fig. 1 configuration is a common tonsil forceps pattern intended to balance shaft length and tip control for access to the oropharynx. The 19 cm shaft offers reach into the oral cavity while maintaining tactile feedback at the jaws, allowing precise tissue engagement without excessive hand repositioning. The jaw geometry of this pattern facilitates secure retention of soft tissue and packs with minimal slippage, helping streamline assistant tasks and intraoperative exchange of instruments.
Instrument Specifications
- Instrument type: Tonsil forceps for oropharyngeal use
- Pattern / model: Negus, Fig. 1
- Configuration: Fig. 1 pattern for intraoral access and controlled grasp
- Length: 19 cm
- Intended use: Grasping/stabilizing tonsillar tissue, delivering packs, assisting exposure
- Construction: Stainless steel, reusable
Material & Construction
Manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel and finished for corrosion resistance and repeated sterilization cycles. Reusable construction is compatible with standard hospital sterilization workflows and routine instrument maintenance 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