Surgical Forceps | Adson, Allis, DeBakey, Kocher | DDP Elite - Page 48 Skip to content

Forceps

The largest collection on the store: 1,397 forceps spanning general surgery, microsurgery, cardiovascular, ENT, ophthalmic and dental. If an instrument grips, holds or grasps, it is here.

General surgery and tissue handling: Adson, Adson-Brown, Allis, Babcock, Kocher, Gerald, DeBakey, Russian, Potts-Smith, Cushing, Semken, Ferris-Smith, Bonney and Rat-Tooth. Microsurgery: Yasargil, Rhoton, Jansen, Castroviejo, Barraquer, Jeweler, and bipolar patterns. Specialty: Magill catheter, Hartmann and Micro-Hartmann, Tischler and Kevorkian biopsy, Doyen intestinal, Lahey traction, sponge and dressing forceps.

Filters

  • Micro Ear Forceps Serrated 0.8 x 4mm 8cm
    $295.33 - $295.33
    $295.33
    $295.33 - $295.33
    $295.33

    Micro Ear Forceps Serrated 0.8 x 4mm 8cm

    Micro ear forceps with serrated jaws measuring 0.8 x 4mm on an 8cm shaft, designed for grasping tissue, grafts, and small fragments in otologic and...

    View full details
    $295.33 - $295.33
    $295.33
    $295.33 - $295.33
    $295.33
  • Micro Ear Forceps Mini Serrated 8cm 3.5mm
    $304.78 - $304.78
    $304.78
    $304.78 - $304.78
    $304.78

    Micro Ear Forceps Mini Serrated 8cm 3.5mm

    Micro ear forceps with mini serrated 3.5mm jaw, 8cm working length. German surgical-steel construction intended for delicate otologic tissue handli...

    View full details
    $304.78 - $304.78
    $304.78
    $304.78 - $304.78
    $304.78
  • Micro Alligator Forceps - 0.5mm Cup 5.5" Shaft Straight
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $554.40
    $554.40 - $554.40
    $554.40

    Micro Alligator Forceps - 0.5mm Cup 5.5" Shaft Straight

    The Micro Alligator Forceps - 0.5mm Cup 5.5" Shaft Straight is a precision surgical instrument designed for delicate tasks. With a 0.5mm cup, it al...

    View full details
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $554.40
    $554.40 - $554.40
    $554.40
  • Michel Clip Applying Forceps 12 cm
    $53.87 - $53.87
    $53.87
    $53.87 - $53.87
    $53.87

    Michel Clip Applying Forceps 12 cm

    Michel clip applying forceps, 12 cm length. Used for the application and removal of Michel wound clips during skin closure procedures. German surgi...

    View full details
    $53.87 - $53.87
    $53.87
    $53.87 - $53.87
    $53.87
  • Meeker Ligature Forceps, 18cm
    $79.78 - $89.18
    $79.78 - $89.18
    $79.78 - $89.18
    $79.78

    Meeker Ligature Forceps, 18cm

    The Meeker Ligature Forceps are used for ligature passing and vessel grasping during general surgical procedures. This variant has an 18cm overall ...

    View full details
    $79.78 - $89.18
    $79.78 - $89.18
    $79.78 - $89.18
    $79.78
  • Meeker Forceps - 90° Angled Jaw
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $89.71
    $89.71 - $89.71
    $89.71

    Meeker Forceps - 90° Angled Jaw

    The Meeker Forceps with a 90° angled jaw are specialized surgical instruments designed for precision manipulation and tissue handling in difficult-...

    View full details
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $89.71
    $89.71 - $89.71
    $89.71
  • McPherson Tying Forceps, Angled, 5mm Tips, Titanium
    $525.19 - $525.19
    $525.19
    $525.19 - $525.19
    $525.19

    McPherson Tying Forceps, Angled, 5mm Tips, Titanium

    McPherson tying forceps in titanium with angled shafts and 5mm tips for ophthalmic suture tying with an offset approach. Lightweight, non-magnetic,...

    View full details
    $525.19 - $525.19
    $525.19
    $525.19 - $525.19
    $525.19
  • McPherson Tying Forceps, Angled, 5mm Tips
    $262.58 - $262.58
    $262.58
    $262.58 - $262.58
    $262.58

    McPherson Tying Forceps, Angled, 5mm Tips

    McPherson tying forceps with angled shafts and 5mm tips for tying sutures during ophthalmic procedures where an offset approach is required. Manufa...

    View full details
    $262.58 - $262.58
    $262.58
    $262.58 - $262.58
    $262.58
  • McPherson Tying Forceps 1x2 Teeth 10cm
    $181.91 - $181.91
    $181.91
    $181.91 - $181.91
    $181.91

    McPherson Tying Forceps 1x2 Teeth 10cm

    McPherson tying forceps with 1x2 teeth for precise handling of sutures and tissue during ophthalmic procedures. 10cm overall length. German surgica...

    View full details
    $181.91 - $181.91
    $181.91
    $181.91 - $181.91
    $181.91
  • McPherson Corneal Forceps Straight, 1x2 Teeth 0.4mm, Tying Platform
    $238.09 - $238.09
    $238.09
    $238.09 - $238.09
    $238.09

    McPherson Corneal Forceps Straight, 1x2 Teeth 0.4mm, Tying Platform

    McPherson corneal forceps in straight configuration with 1x2 teeth at 0.4mm and an integrated tying platform. Built with German surgical-steel cons...

    View full details
    $238.09 - $238.09
    $238.09
    $238.09 - $238.09
    $238.09
  • McPherson Corneal Forceps Angled, 1x2 Teeth 0.4mm, Tying Platform, Titanium
    $525.19 - $525.19
    $525.19
    $525.19 - $525.19
    $525.19

    McPherson Corneal Forceps Angled, 1x2 Teeth 0.4mm, Tying Platform, Titanium

    Titanium McPherson corneal forceps in angled configuration with 1x2 teeth at 0.4mm and a tying platform. Lightweight, non-magnetic titanium constru...

    View full details
    $525.19 - $525.19
    $525.19
    $525.19 - $525.19
    $525.19
  • McPherson Corneal Forceps Angled, 1x2 Teeth 0.4mm, Tying Platform
    $297.60 - $297.60
    $297.60
    $297.60 - $297.60
    $297.60

    McPherson Corneal Forceps Angled, 1x2 Teeth 0.4mm, Tying Platform

    McPherson corneal forceps in angled configuration with 1x2 teeth at 0.4mm and an integrated tying platform. Built with German surgical-steel constr...

    View full details
    $297.60 - $297.60
    $297.60
    $297.60 - $297.60
    $297.60
  • McPherson Angled Tying Forceps 10cm
    $169.79 - $169.79
    $169.79
    $169.79 - $169.79
    $169.79

    McPherson Angled Tying Forceps 10cm

    McPherson angled tying forceps designed for tying sutures in confined surgical fields during ophthalmic procedures. Angled jaws improve visibility ...

    View full details
    $169.79 - $169.79
    $169.79
    $169.79 - $169.79
    $169.79
  • McPher Tying Forceps straight wide handle
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $195.55
    $195.55 - $195.55
    $195.55

    McPher Tying Forceps straight wide handle

    McPherson Tying Forceps, straight, wide handle, are a specific variation of tying forceps designed to aid in suturing during surgical procedures. A...

    View full details
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $195.55
    $195.55 - $195.55
    $195.55
  • McPher Tying Forceps Angled Wide Handle
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $206.64
    $206.64 - $206.64
    $206.64

    McPher Tying Forceps Angled Wide Handle

    McPherson Tying Forceps, angled, wide handle, are specialized instruments designed to assist with tying sutures during surgical procedures, with an...

    View full details
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $206.64
    $206.64 - $206.64
    $206.64
  • McPher Tying Forceps angled stnd handle
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $206.64
    $206.64 - $206.64
    $206.64

    McPher Tying Forceps angled stnd handle

    McPher Tying Forceps with Angled Standard Handle are specialized surgical instruments designed for suturing and tying knots during delicate procedu...

    View full details
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $206.64
    $206.64 - $206.64
    $206.64
  • McPherson Needle Holder - Straight, Delicate, Without Lock
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $362.88
    $362.88 - $362.88
    $362.88

    McPherson Needle Holder - Straight, Delicate, Without Lock

    a McPherson Needle Holder, delicate, straight, and without a lock - a highly refined surgical instrument commonly used in microsurgery and ophthalm...

    View full details
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $362.88
    $362.88 - $362.88
    $362.88
  • McPherson Needle Holder - Straight, Delicate, With Lock
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $390.10
    $390.10 - $390.10
    $390.10

    McPherson Needle Holder - Straight, Delicate, With Lock

    The McPherson Needle Holder is a specialized surgical instrument commonly used in ophthalmic and microsurgical procedures. Designed for precision, ...

    View full details
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $390.10
    $390.10 - $390.10
    $390.10
  • McPherson Needle Holder - Curved, Delicate, Without Lock
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $379.01
    $379.01 - $379.01
    $379.01

    McPherson Needle Holder - Curved, Delicate, Without Lock

    a McPherson Needle Holder, curved, without a lock, and delicate - a classic tool in microsurgery, especially ophthalmology. About this instrument N...

    View full details
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $379.01
    $379.01 - $379.01
    $379.01
  • McPherson Needle Holder - Curved, Delicate, With Lock
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $407.23
    $407.23 - $407.23
    $407.23

    McPherson Needle Holder - Curved, Delicate, With Lock

    a McPherson Needle Holder, curved, with a lock, and delicate - a high-precision surgical instrument used in microsurgery where both fine control an...

    View full details
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $407.23
    $407.23 - $407.23
    $407.23
  • McPher Corneal Forceps Angled
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $273.17
    $273.17 - $273.17
    $273.17

    McPher Corneal Forceps Angled

    The McPherson Corneal Forceps (Angled) are specialized surgical instruments designed for precise tissue handling during ophthalmic procedures, such...

    View full details
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $273.17
    $273.17 - $273.17
    $273.17
  • McPher Corneal Forceps straight
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $262.08
    $262.08 - $262.08
    $262.08

    McPher Corneal Forceps straight

    McPherson Corneal Forceps (straight) are specialized surgical instruments designed for precise tissue handling during ophthalmic procedures, partic...

    View full details
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $262.08
    $262.08 - $262.08
    $262.08
  • McIndoe Tissue Forceps 1x2 Teeth 15cm
    $45.81 - $45.81
    $45.81
    $45.81 - $45.81
    $45.81

    McIndoe Tissue Forceps 1x2 Teeth 15cm

    McIndoe tissue forceps with 1x2 teeth pattern for secure grasping of dermal and soft tissue, 15cm length. Manufactured in Germany with German surgi...

    View full details
    $45.81 - $45.81
    $45.81
    $45.81 - $45.81
    $45.81
  • McIndoe Forceps for Dressing (Teeth, 15cm, 1.6mm Tip, 13mm Tip Width)
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $70.56
    $70.56 - $70.56
    $70.56

    McIndoe Forceps for Dressing (Teeth, 15cm, 1.6mm Tip, 13mm Tip Width)

    McIndoe forceps with fine, 1.6mm tip width and a 13mm tip width at the jaw, designed for precise handling and placement of dressings in delicate su...

    View full details
    $0.00 - $0.00
    $0.00
    $70.56
    $70.56 - $70.56
    $70.56

Adson, Allis, Babcock: three that are not interchangeable

These three are the ones most often substituted for each other, and each substitution has a characteristic failure.

Adson is a fine thumb forceps for skin and subcutaneous tissue - short, broad-handled, used in the fingertips. Stocked with cross-serrated tips, fenestrated handles, and 1x2 teeth. Its job is precise, light handling where you can see the tip.

Allis has interdigitating teeth on a ratcheted ring handle. It grips hard and it marks what it grips. Right for tissue being excised, a specimen, or fascia under load. Wrong for anything staying in the patient.

Babcock has a broad, fenestrated, atraumatic jaw shaped for bowel. Wide surface, low pressure, no teeth. It holds; it does not dissect and it does not grip under real load.

The rule: an Allis on bowel perforates it; a Babcock on fascia slips. Same error from opposite directions, and the reason a general tray carries all three.

Why the DeBakey jaw looks the way it does

A DeBakey forceps carries fine longitudinal rows of teeth that interdigitate rather than meet - quite unlike the transverse serrations of an ordinary tissue forceps.

The reason is the intima. A vessel's lining is a single cell layer, and where it is crushed, platelets aggregate and a thrombus forms. Transverse serrations pinch along one line; the DeBakey pattern spreads the hold along the jaw's length and grips a vessel wall firmly without creating that line. It is why DeBakey tips appear on vascular forceps, needle holders and the Gerald-DeBakey hybrid, and why they cost more than a plain tissue forceps of the same size.

Toothed or smooth, and what the numbers mean

Titles here carry notation like 1x2, 2x3 or 4x5. That is the tooth count on each jaw - one tooth opposing two, and so on. More teeth means a broader, more distributed grip; fewer means a more concentrated bite.

Smooth (serrated but untoothed) jaws compress without penetrating - for vessels, bowel, dura, anything where a puncture matters. Toothed jaws penetrate and hold against traction - for skin, fascia, and tissue being removed.

Tip width is the other number to read: a 0.3mm micro tip and a 2.0mm vascular tip are different instruments even when the pattern name is the same.

Bayonet and angled shafts

Several patterns - Gerald, Cushing, Jansen, Yasargil - come in bayonet form, where the shaft steps sideways before the tip.

That step is not styling. It moves the surgeon's hand and the instrument's body out of the line of sight, which is what makes it possible to work down a narrow corridor - a craniotomy, a nasal cavity, a deep pelvic field - while still seeing the tip. On an open field a bayonet offers nothing; in a corridor it is the difference between working by sight and working by feel.

Frequently asked

Are needle holders in this collection? Some appear here historically, but the full range now has its own page - see Needle Holders.

What is the difference between tissue, dressing and thumb forceps? Tissue forceps are toothed and grip tissue. Dressing forceps are serrated and untoothed, for packing and dressings. Thumb forceps describes the non-ratcheted, tweezer-style action rather than the jaw - an Adson is a thumb forceps.

Why are some titanium? Lighter, non-magnetic, and MRI-compatible. On microsurgery, the weight reduction genuinely reduces hand fatigue over a long case.

Is Kocher the same as Rochester-Ochsner? Yes, one instrument with two names, both used on tray lists. Both spellings appear in these titles for that reason.

Related collections

See also Hemostatic Forceps, Needle Holders, Surgical Clamps, General Surgery Instruments, Yasargil Instruments and Rhoton Instruments.

Specialty forceps: Endoscopic Biopsy Forceps, Laparoscopic Forceps, Arthroscopic Graspers, Bipolar Forceps, Micro Cup Forceps, Dissectors and Dental Tissue & Cotton Forceps.