Somers Uterine Elevating Forceps
Also called Somer Uterine Elevator, Somer Uterine Elevating Forceps, Lemon Squeezer
- Lengths
- 8¾–9¼ in
- Setup
- 1
A ring-handled forceps with a ratchet and an angled shaft. The jaws are wide, curved, open loops with serrations that cup the top of the uterus.
Primary uses
What this instrument is on the table to do.
Grasps and lifts the top (fundus) of the uterus to bring it up into view, as in abdominal hysterectomy. It is also on cesarean section trays.
Sizes & variants
The lengths, angles and patterns it comes in.
Jaws about 32 mm wide with 32 mm of serrations (Jarit 500-270). Aesculap EO415R; Teleflex 770730.
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