McLane Obstetrical Forceps

Description

McLane Obstetrical Forceps

McLane obstetrical forceps follow the Tucker-McLane pattern with solid blades. They measure 36 cm and suit assisted vaginal delivery.

Solid blades

Solid blades have no open window through the middle of the blade. So they present a smooth, continuous surface to the fetal head. Also, many clinicians choose solid blades for a round, unmolded fetal head.

Tucker-McLane name

The pattern also goes by the Tucker-McLane name. In addition, that longer name helps when matching it to hospital instrument lists and older catalogs. Meanwhile, the 36 cm length suits standard delivery trays in most labor units.

Assisted delivery

Each blade goes in separately, guided around the side of the fetal head. Next, the blades lock together, and traction follows the pelvic curve. Therefore, a trained team can complete a vaginal delivery when labor stalls.

Solid or fenestrated

McLane obstetrical forceps suit teams who prefer solid blades. By contrast, Simpson-type blades suit a molded head. So many delivery units stock both patterns and let the operator decide.

Reprocessing McLane obstetrical forceps

Wipe down both blade surfaces and give the lock a thorough brush. Next, rinse, dry and check the blades for scratches or rough patches. Then store the pair side by side in a padded tray, ready for the next assisted birth.

McLane obstetrical forceps specifications

• Length: 36 cm
• Tucker-McLane pattern
• Solid blades

Why buy from us

Also, every instrument we sell carries three years of cover against manufacturing defects. Also, we check each piece in Atlanta before shipping. So check our FAQs for cleaning and shipping details. Read ASTM F899 to learn about instrument-grade steel. For Simpson-type blades, see our Simpson-Braun forceps. Beyond this item, browse 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.