{"product_id":"sponge-forceps-straight-serrated-9-5-inch","title":"Sponge Forceps, Straight, Serrated, 9.5 Inch","description":"\u003cp\u003eSponge forceps are ring-handled surgical instruments used to grasp, hold, and manipulate sponges, gauze, and other soft materials during surgical and clinical procedures. The straight, serrated jaw configuration of this 9.5-inch model provides a secure grip on sponges and gauze for wound packing, skin prepping, and instrument field management. 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\u003eStraight jaw configuration for direct sponge and gauze grasping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerrated jaws for secure grip on soft materials without slipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9.5-inch overall length for reach into deeper wound or cavity areas\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: 5657\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstrument: Sponge Forceps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJaw Style: Straight, serrated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Length: 9.5 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\u003eSurgeons and surgical technologists performing open procedures who need to grasp, place, or remove sponges and gauze from the surgical field will find the 9.5-inch length and serrated straight jaws effective for secure material handling without contaminating the sterile field. Physicians and nurses performing wound packing, wound irrigation, and skin prepping in procedure rooms and outpatient settings will benefit from the ratcheted handle for controlled, one-handed sponge placement and removal. Gynecology and obstetrics teams that use sponge forceps for vaginal prepping and instrument field management will find the straight 9.5-inch configuration appropriate for standard clinical use. 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 are sponge forceps used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSponge forceps are used to grasp and manipulate sponges, gauze, and other soft materials during surgical and clinical procedures. Common uses include wound packing, skin prepping with antiseptic-soaked gauze, sponge counting during surgery, and general material handling within the sterile field.\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. This is the standard jaw configuration for sponge forceps used in surgical and clinical settings.\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":40388684283958,"sku":"5657","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-sponge-forceps-straight-serrated-9-5-inch-23632081453110.jpg?v=1788638914","url":"https:\/\/www.precisionlabworks.com\/products\/sponge-forceps-straight-serrated-9-5-inch","provider":"Precision Lab Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}