Lewkowitz Placenta and Ovum Forceps

Description

Lewkowitz Placenta and Ovum Forceps

Lewkowitz placenta forceps have ring jaws for grasping retained placental tissue. They also remove retained products of conception, and they measure about 25 cm.

Ring jaws

Ring-shaped jaws hold soft, friable tissue across a broad contact area. So they hold fragments over a wide area instead of at one point. Also, the open ring lets fluid pass through.

Straight or curved

The straight version follows a direct line to the cervix. However, the curved version follows the angle of the uterus more easily. Then the surgeon can reach fragments that sit high, near the fundus.

Where it fits

Teams use it after delivery, after miscarriage and during evacuation procedures. In addition, it pairs with a speculum, tenaculum and curette. As a result, the whole evacuation setup sits on one tray.

Size

At about 25 cm, Lewkowitz placenta forceps suit most obstetric and gynecologic trays. Meanwhile, longer patterns such as the Saenger reach farther. So pick by the reach you need.

Reprocessing Lewkowitz placenta forceps

Rinse the rings right away so tissue does not set inside them. Next, open the instrument and scrub the joint area and ring edges. Then dry thoroughly and inspect the jaws for alignment before packing the set.

Lewkowitz placenta forceps specifications

• Length: about 24.5-25 cm
• Straight or curved
• Ring jaws
• Use: retained placental tissue and products of conception

Our warranty

Plus, the instrument comes with our three-year warranty against 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 longer options, see our Saenger placenta forceps. You can also browse all our gynecology and obstetrics instruments.

Professional use only. Our care and sterilization guide covers images and the nickel in stainless steel; delivery times are in our shipping policy.