Crile Hemostatic Forceps, Curved, 5 1/2"

The 5½″ curved Crile hemostatic forceps are designed to grasp and temporarily hold tissue or blood vessels during medical and surgical procedures. The curved jaws help the user reach the working area, while their internal serrations support a stable grip. The ratchet lock near the handles maintains the selected jaw position. Made from corrosion-resistant 410 surgical stainless steel with a mirror finish, the instrument may be reused after cleaning and sterilization according to approved instructions.

1. Curved jaws Help the user reach the working area.
2. Serrated jaws Help hold tissue or blood vessels during use.
3. Ratchet lock Helps maintain the selected jaw position.
4. 410 surgical stainless steel Corrosion-resistant material suitable for reprocessing.
5. 5½″ length Provides a practical size for handling during medical procedures.
6. Mirror finish Polished stainless-steel surface.
7. Steam sterilizable May be reused after cleaning and sterilization according to approved instructions.

1. Intended for grasping and temporarily holding tissue or blood vessels during medical and surgical procedures, including procedures that require assistance with bleeding control. For use by qualified professionals.

1. Clean and sterilize the instrument before clinical use according to your facility’s approved reprocessing instructions.
2. Place your thumb and a finger in the rings, open the jaws, and position them at the working area.
3. Close the jaws as appropriate to temporarily hold the tissue or blood vessel, engaging the ratchet lock when needed.
4. After use, release the lock carefully. Clean and reprocess the instrument before storage or reuse.

1. 1 × Curved Crile hemostatic forceps, 5½″.

1. For use by qualified professionals only.
2. Do not use the instrument if the jaws, hinge, or ratchet lock are damaged or do not operate smoothly.
3. Avoid excessive force when closing the jaws or engaging the lock to prevent damage to tissue or the instrument.
4. The forceps are not a substitute for permanent vessel ligation.
5. Follow approved cleaning and sterilization instructions before and after each clinical use.
6. Handle the tips and jaws carefully during use and cleaning.

1. After cleaning and reprocessing, store the forceps dry in a clean location protected from moisture and impact. Follow your facility’s requirements for storing sterilized instruments.