Bangerter Advancement Forceps

Description

Bangerter Advancement Forceps

The Bangerter advancement forceps hold eye muscle during strabismus surgery. They let the surgeon move the muscle forward to its new position.

Size of the Bangerter advancement forceps

They measure 10 cm. Furthermore, that suits the small field around the eye. Meanwhile, the light build helps fine control.

Why a dedicated forceps

Eye muscle is delicate. A purpose-made grip holds it evenly. Consequently, the surgeon can place sutures accurately.

Typical procedures

Strabismus surgeons use it in advancement and resection. Paediatric eye teams rely on it too, since most squint repairs happen in children.

Technique

Grip the muscle at the planned point. Then draw it forward slowly. Also, keep the tension even while suturing.

Pairing

Muscle hooks and fine needle holders work beside it. Together they complete the steps. Many squint trays include one.

Checking alignment

Inspect the tips under magnification. Then confirm they meet evenly. Besides, that ensures a secure hold.

Bangerter advancement forceps in a squint set

A typical squint set also holds muscle hooks, calipers and fine needle holders. Alongside them, these forceps handle the step where the muscle moves to its new insertion, so the set feels complete.

Bangerter advancement forceps details

• 10 cm overall
• Fine gripping jaws
• Reusable steel

Protecting the tips

Rinse the tips in sterile water after use. Dry them gently. Then store them with a tip guard.

Getting with confidence

These delicate forceps have three years against manufacturing defects. Tip alignment included. Before shipment, a person in Atlanta inspects each forceps one at a time. Related options live in our general instrument list. For answers on returns, see our customer FAQ. Some teams add the Lester forceps. For facts on instrument alloys, check ASTM F899. Smaller units keep an extra forceps to cover reprocessing time.

Sold to licensed professionals. Our cleaning guide discusses photo differences and nickel in surgical steel. Returns show on our returns and refunds page.