Crile Artery Forceps

Description

Crile Artery Forceps

Crile artery forceps are a standard hemostat with transverse serrations along the full length of the jaw. They measure 14 cm.

Crile or Kelly

The two look alike. However, the Kelly has serrations only on the distal half of the jaw, while the Crile has serrations all the way.

Straight or curved

Straight jaws suit a direct approach. On the other hand, curved jaws help you see the tip beneath tissue.

Serrated or 1:2 teeth

Plain serrations hold vessels. Meanwhile, 1:2 teeth give extra bite on tougher tissue.

Everyday use

The Crile is a workhorse on general and dental surgery trays. For example, it clamps small to medium vessels before ligation or cautery. It also holds sutures and drapes in place. Because the whole jaw grips, it holds well even when only part of the jaw closes on tissue.

Reprocessing Crile artery forceps

Wipe the jaws during the case to stop blood from drying. Afterwards, brush the full-length serrations and the joint, then rinse and dry the forceps.

Crile artery forceps specifications

• Length: 14 cm
• Straight or curved
• Serrated or 1:2 teeth
• Full-length transverse serrations

Ordering from Intrace USA

A three-year warranty protects this clamp against manufacturing defects. Also, we check each piece in Atlanta before shipping. Questions about sterilization? Our FAQs can help. Also, ASTM F899 covers surgical instrument steels. For half-length serrations, compare the Kelly forceps. You can also browse all our hemostatic forceps.

For trained professionals only. Notes on images and nickel content sit in our care and sterilization guide.