{"product_id":"foerster-sponge-forceps-7-inch-serrated","title":"Foerster Sponge Forceps, 7 Inch, Serrated","description":"\u003cp\u003eFoerster sponge forceps are ring-handled surgical instruments used to grasp, hold, and manipulate sponges, gauze, and other soft materials during surgical and clinical procedures. The serrated oval jaws provide a secure, non-slip grip on sponges and gauze for wound packing, skin prepping, and instrument field management. The 7-inch length offers a compact working size suitable for minor procedure rooms, outpatient settings, and gynecological applications. The ratcheted ring handle allows for controlled, hands-free holding when needed. Constructed from stainless steel for durability and compatibility with standard autoclave sterilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerrated oval jaws for secure, non-slip grip on sponges and gauze\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7-inch overall length for compact use in minor procedure and outpatient settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRatcheted ring handle for controlled, hands-free holding when needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel construction for durability and corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with standard autoclave sterilization for repeated clinical use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: 5656\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument: Foerster Sponge Forceps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJaw Style: Serrated oval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 7 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Ratcheted ring handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhysicians, nurses, and surgical technologists performing minor surgical procedures, wound packing, and skin prepping in procedure rooms and outpatient settings will find the 7-inch Foerster forceps a practical, compact instrument for sponge and gauze handling. Gynecology and obstetrics teams that use sponge forceps for vaginal prepping, cervical procedures, and instrument field management will find the 7-inch length well-suited for standard clinical use in this specialty. Wound care nurses performing wound packing and irrigation who need a reliable instrument for placing and removing gauze in wound cavities will benefit from the serrated oval jaws and ratcheted handle for controlled, one-handed material placement. Central sterile supply departments managing instrument reprocessing will find the stainless steel construction straightforward to clean, inspect, and autoclave between uses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between Foerster and standard sponge forceps?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFoerster sponge forceps have a distinctive oval, fenestrated (open-center) jaw design that provides a secure grip on sponges and gauze while reducing the overall weight of the instrument. Standard sponge forceps (such as the straight serrated 9.5\" model, SKU 5657) have a solid serrated jaw. Both are used for similar sponge and gauze handling tasks, but the Foerster design is particularly common in gynecological and minor procedure settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does serrated mean for forceps jaws?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSerrated jaws have a textured, ridged surface that provides a more secure grip on soft materials such as gauze and sponges, preventing them from slipping out of the forceps during use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these autoclavable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Stainless steel surgical forceps are compatible with standard autoclave sterilization. Follow your facility's sterilization protocols and inspect the instrument for wear, jaw damage, or ratchet failure before each use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these reusable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. These are reusable stainless steel instruments designed for repeated use with proper cleaning, inspection, and sterilization between procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"completemedical","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40388684251190,"sku":"5656","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1443\/4772\/products\/completemedical-instruments-forceps-default-title-foerster-sponge-forceps-7-inch-serrated-23632081420342.jpg?v=1788638920","url":"https:\/\/www.precisionlabworks.com\/products\/foerster-sponge-forceps-7-inch-serrated","provider":"Precision Lab Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}