Walsham Septum Forceps

Description

Walsham Septum Forceps

Walsham septum forceps are nasal forceps for reducing a broken nose. Surgeons use them to grip a displaced nasal bone and move it back into line.

Designed for fracture reduction

After a nasal injury, the bones can shift to one side or sink inward. So the surgeon places one jaw inside the nostril and the other on the skin. Then a controlled movement lifts the fragment back into position.

Straight, right or left

We offer three jaw orientations: Straight, Right and Left. The angled versions match the side of the nose you treat. Meanwhile, the straight version suits cases where the bone needs a direct lift.

Working with other reduction tools

Closed reduction often calls for more than one instrument. For example, Asch forceps can straighten the septum after the Walsham pair sets the nasal bones. In addition, an elevator may help raise a depressed bone first.

Which orientation fits your practice

If you see fractures on both sides, then a right and left pair covers most cases. However, some surgeons prefer the straight version and simply turn their hand. Contact us if you would like help to plan a set.

Caring for your Walsham septum forceps

Wipe off blood and mucus as soon as the reduction ends. Next, clean the joint and the jaws with a nylon brush under running water. Then dry the forceps thoroughly and sterilize them.

Walsham forceps specifications

• Nasal fracture reduction forceps
• Jaw orientation: Straight, Right or Left
• Length: about 23 cm, per catalogue
• Stainless steel

Ordering the Walsham pattern

Your Walsham fracture forceps come with a three-year warranty for workmanship flaws. In addition, our Atlanta staff look over every pair by hand before it ships. The FAQs explain ordering, payment and care. Our steels reference ASTM F899, the standard for surgical instrument materials. For the septum itself, see our Asch septum straightening forceps. You can also explore every item in our ENT surgical instruments.

Made available for professional use. The care and sterilization page talks about Walsham product shots and the nickel found in steel alloys, and the returns page sets out our policy.