Surgical Forceps: Uses, Types, and Common Procedures

Function

Forceps are surgical instruments used to grasp/hold tissue or remove foreign objects. They come in various shapes/sizes for specific procedures and are typically made of durable stainless steel.

Common Surgical Specialties Using Forceps

• Obstetrics: Assisted vaginal delivery (grasp fetal head).
• Gynecology: Hysterectomies, oophorectomies, tubal ligations; grasp tissue, remove fibroids/cysts.
• Urology: Cystoscopies, ureteroscopies, nephrectomies; grasp tissue, remove stones.
• General Surgery: Appendectomies, cholecystectomies, hernia repairs; grasp tissue, remove diseased tissue.
• Plastic Surgery: Rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, breast augmentation; grasp tissue, remove excess skin/fat.