Fig. 1: The rat-tooth tip allows for a better grip, best suited for skin or other sturdy tissues.
Adson Forceps
The rat-tooth tip of this style of forcep is ideal for holding skin closed while suturing. It is not recommended for use on delicate tissues. Be sure to use these in the proper hold, as this is best used as an extension of the pointer finger and thumb. Rest the forceps on top of the hand, while using your thumb to hold and guide them.
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Allis Forceps are best suited to fascial planes (the connective tissue that stabalizes other bodily tissues) or other connective tissues. That being said, due to the serated tips of allis forceps, it's not recommended for frequent use on bodily tissues.
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Fig. 2: The serated tip of the allis forceps can damage tissues.
Fig. 3: These are best used to clamp smaller blood vessels
Crile Forceps
Crile Forceps are made to be used on blood vessels. The flat edge creates a clean stopper, but the ridges help with the grip. The tips of these forceps can be curved or straight, depending on the needs of the practitioner using them.
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Dressing forceps have a narrow, but precise tip. This is ideal for holding gauze and other dressings during surgical procedures. Using forceps to hold the dressings allows the surgeon to keep their gloves clean longer.
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Fig. 4: Using these forceps for dressings can help maintain sterility during procedures.
Fig. 5: Scissors start at the end of the clamp for easy trimming.
Olsen Hegar Needle Holders
Olsen Hegar Needle holders are great for practitioners working by themselves. The multi use design allows for easy transitioning between stitching and snipping with just one hand. It's important to use caution so sutures don't get trimmed early by accident.
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