Sopher Ovum Forceps, 12mm Jaws, 11"

Sopher ovum forceps with 12 mm serrated jaws, 11" (28 cm) overall length. Also known as a Sopher clamp or Sopher tissue forceps, this instrument is used in obstetrics and gynecology to grasp, hold and remove tissue from the uterus.

About this instrument

The flat, hollow, serrated jaws hold soft tissue firmly without slipping, while the finger-ring handles give controlled, steady traction.

Clinical uses

• Tissue removal — during dilation and evacuation (D&E) or dilation and curettage (D&C), to remove retained placental fragments, products of conception or other uterine tissue.
• Postpartum care — clearing the uterine cavity to help prevent infection and control bleeding.

Key details

• Jaw width: 12 mm
• Overall length: 11" (28 cm)
• Serrated, hollow jaws
• Finger-ring handles

Order the Sopher Ovum Forceps, 12 mm jaws, 11" from DDP Elite USA, a Miami-based supplier with over 7,000 surgical and dental instruments online. All US orders ship free, and every instrument carries our 3-year warranty.