Swiss Pattern Capsular Forceps, 5 X 6 Teeth

Description

Swiss Pattern Capsular Forceps, 5 x 6 Teeth

The Swiss pattern capsular forceps carries 5 x 6 teeth at a 10 cm length. The long row of teeth spreads the grip across tissue. So it holds broadly instead of at one point. It belongs to the family of capsule forceps used in cataract surgery.

Many teeth, wide hold

Five teeth on one jaw meet six on the other. Thus the bite runs across a wider strip of tissue. That gives a secure hold with less risk of a single tooth tearing through.

• 10 cm length
• 5 x 6 teeth across the tip
• Broad grip on capsule or membrane
• Reusable after sterilization

A note on capsule forceps

Capsule forceps date from earlier cataract methods, when surgeons grasped the lens capsule directly. Today, techniques have changed. Still, some surgeons keep a toothed capsule forceps for membrane or capsule work.

How the Swiss pattern compares

We also stock 5 x 6 versions under other names, such as Stock and Schweigger. They share the tooth count. So the choice often rests on handle feel and on what your tray already holds.

Holding and placing

Hold it like a pen and bring the jaws flat to the tissue. Then close them gently, so the teeth engage evenly. If one side lifts, reset rather than squeeze harder.

Cleaning a toothed row

Rows of teeth trap debris. For this reason, brush across the teeth under running water, then use an ultrasonic cleaner if you have one. Afterwards, inspect each tooth with a loupe.

Swiss pattern supply notes

We ship it non-sterile. Each Swiss pattern forceps also comes with three years against manufacturing defects. Swiss pattern jaws use steel that meets ASTM F899. For a close relative, see the Stock capsular forceps. Our cataract and eye surgery tools list the rest, and the FAQ desk answers order questions.

Professional use only. Sterilization advice and delivery timing live on separate pages.