Foerster (Ballenger) Sponge Forceps

Tungsten Carbide Adson Thumb Forceps are handcrafted from tungsten carbide for a durable and strong instrument. Available in a variety of forms: for dressings with a serrated platform or for tissue with a serrated platform and 1x2 teeth. Each style is also available in a delicate pattern and at several different lengths for a comfortable grip. Tungsten carbide forceps feature tips made from tungsten carbide, the hardest metal made for surgical instruments. Precision-milled serrations are formed onto the tungsten carbide inserts, resulting in pyramid-shaped teeth that provide a non-slip grip. Pyramid-shaped teeth align perfectly with each other to provide a durable and reliable grasp of the most delicate or toughest tissues, as well as needles, sutures, dressing materials and delicate vessels. Smooth tungsten carbide inserts are also available for delicate procedures. Spring tension allows for surgeons to maintain proper and consistent position, ensuring optimal grip without having to apply excess force. These forceps feature gold-plated handles.

Adson-Baby Forceps narrow, curved, very delicate Adson-Baby Forceps are typically used to grasp delicate tissue due to during general surgeries, especially in plastic surgery procedures. The very delicate pattern of the forceps includes partially serrated jaws that are narrow and curved. These jaws are also offered in two different lengths and are intended for tissue to be handled carefully.

Longitudinal serrations, 1x2 teeth, straight Allen-Kocher Artery and Intestinal Forceps are designed with longitudinal serrations on straight jaws. These ratchet ring-handled forceps also contain 1x2 teeth on the tips of the jaws that interlock in order to compress tissue in which blood is being depleted.

Adson Artery Forceps Adson Artery Forceps can be used as a hemostat for general surgeries to regulate bleeding of broken arteries in the course of an operation. These forceps are developed with ring-handles and a locking ratchet to ensure a firm grasp on the artery. They are also offered in a delicate or standard pattern with the choice of curved or straight jaws.