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Surgical instrument · Clamping & Occluding

Babcock

Also called Babcock Forceps, Babcock Intestinal Clamp, Babcock Atraumatic Clamp, Babcock Intestinal Forceps

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Lengths
6¼–8¼ in
Trays
6
Setups
25

A ring-handled, ratcheted forceps with a flared, rounded, open (fenestrated) tip with no teeth. The smooth, flat tip edges meet to cradle tissue.

Primary uses

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Specifically designed for delicate manipulation of tubular structures like intestines or reproductive organs without causing crush injuries.

Sizes & variants

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6¼″159 mm7¼″184 mm8¼″210 mm

About 6 to 9 in.

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