Clinical Application
This instrument is designed for controlled grasping and atraumatic manipulation of soft tissue during a wide range of procedures, including general surgery, minor operative cases, and clinic-based interventions. The 2x3 tooth tip secures tissue with reliable purchase for traction and retraction while minimizing slippage, making it appropriate for handling skin, fascia, subcutaneous tissue, and other soft tissues where precise point control is required.
Design & Configuration
The short, 13 cm hand-held, thumb-operated configuration provides close tactile feedback and fine motor control at the tips, which is useful for superficial operative fields and confined spaces. The 2x3 tooth arrangement concentrates contact at discrete points to improve grip on slippery or mobile tissue without broad crushing, allowing the surgeon to apply traction or reposition tissue with confidence. The compact length balances reach with enhanced tip stability for delicate maneuvers.
Instrument Specifications
- Type: Tissue forceps, thumb-style
- Model: 2x3T tooth pattern
- Overall length: 13 cm
- Tip configuration: 2x3 tooth for secure engagement
- Intended use: Soft tissue grasping, retraction, and manipulation
- Construction: Reusable surgical instrument
Material & Construction
Manufactured in medical-grade stainless steel to withstand repeated cleaning and sterilization cycles. The simple, robust construction favors long service life when decontaminated and maintained according to institutional protocols. Designed for reuse and routine sterilization in central sterile services departments.
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