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Surgical Forceps & Clamps

Forceps and clamps are the most used instruments in general surgery. They grasp and hold tissue, control bleeding, occlude vessels and bowel, hold drapes and handle dressings and sutures. Grey Medical manufactures more than 180 forceps and clamp patterns in surgical-grade stainless steel, making this the largest collection within our general surgery instruments range.

Forceps vs Clamps: What Is the Difference?

Thumb forceps, such as tissue and dressing forceps, are held between the thumb and fingers and close only under hand pressure. Clamps, such as hemostats and intestinal clamps, have ring handles and a ratchet lock, so they stay closed on their own. Surgeons use forceps for moment-to-moment handling and clamps when a structure must be held or occluded for a longer time.

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How to Choose the Right Forceps or Clamp

Match the jaw to the tissue. Toothed jaws grip skin and fascia, while atraumatic or finely serrated jaws protect vessels and bowel. Choose the length by the depth of the surgical field, and pick curved jaws when you need to see around a structure. For high-use instruments, tungsten carbide (TC) inserts last longer and give a more consistent grip.

Why Buy from Grey Medical?

  • Surgical-grade stainless steel, durable and corrosion-resistant.
  • Precisely aligned jaws, smooth box locks and reliable ratchets.
  • Straight, curved, delicate and heavy versions in many lengths.
  • Direct from the manufacturer, with bulk pricing for hospitals and distributors.
  • Free worldwide shipping on orders above $350 USD.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are forceps and clamps used for in surgery?

They are used to grasp and hold tissue, control bleeding, occlude vessels or bowel, hold drapes and handle sutures and dressings.

What is the difference between a hemostat and tissue forceps?

A hemostat has ring handles and a locking ratchet to clamp vessels. Tissue forceps are spring-type thumb forceps used to hold tissue while the surgeon works.

Do you sell forceps in bulk?

Yes. Hospitals, surgical centers and distributors can order in bulk. Contact us for a quote.