Description
Naegele Obstetrical (Midwifery) Forceps
Naegele obstetrical forceps belong to the long traction family of delivery forceps. Clinicians use them to guide and draw the fetal head when a vaginal birth needs assistance.
A long traction pattern
This pattern gives the operator a long lever between the handles and the blades. So traction can come from a comfortable stance. However, the extra length also calls for careful, steady control.
Two overall lengths
The 36 cm size suits teams that want a slightly shorter long forceps. Meanwhile, the 41 cm size, about 40 cm in practice, offers the most reach. Plus, both sizes follow the same outline.
Pairing with other patterns
Obstetric sets often pair the Naegele obstetrical forceps with a shorter pattern such as Simpson. That way, the team has a choice of reach. Teaching collections also keep this long pattern for demonstration.
Checking the pair
Look over both blades for nicks and rough edges before each delivery. Also, bring the blades together and confirm they meet evenly. Then set the pair on the tray in the order your team expects.
Reprocessing Naegele obstetrical forceps
Take the blades apart before washing so no area stays hidden. Then run a brush along each blade and rinse under clean water. Because long forceps can bend if dropped, store your Naegele obstetrical forceps flat in a tray that fits their length.
Naegele obstetrical forceps specifications
- Lengths: 36 cm or 41 cm (about 40 cm)
- Long obstetric traction forceps
- Naegele pattern
Ordering from Intrace USA
A three-year warranty protects this instrument 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 a shorter pattern with fenestrated blades, see our Simpson obstetrical 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.
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