Dissecting and Ligature Forceps
Dissecting and ligature forceps have curved or right-angled jaws that pass behind vessels and ducts, so the surgeon can separate tissue and then pull a ligature through to tie the vessel. Medfort makes the classic patterns in delicate and standard versions (codes SI-010301 to SI-010324).
Where they are used
They are used in general, thoracic, vascular, thyroid and abdominal surgery, wherever vessels and ducts must be dissected and ligated.
Our range
- Right angled: Finochietto, Kantrowitz and Wickstroem
- Delicate: Barre, delicate and extra delicate
- Others: Gray, Lahey and O’Shaughnessy
Material and finish
All instruments in this category are made from surgical grade stainless steel to AISI, ASTM and DIN standards, imported from Germany, Japan and France. Each piece is heat-treated to the right hardness for its job, then polished to a satin finish that reduces glare under theatre lights. Joints are fitted by hand so they move smoothly without play, and every instrument is checked before it is packed.
How to choose
Right-angled forceps such as the Kantrowitz pass easily behind vessels. Delicate patterns suit fine vessels in thyroid and pediatric surgery. Longer patterns such as the O’Shaughnessy reach deep into the chest and pelvis.
Quality control
Every Medfort instrument passes several checks before it leaves our workshop. We check the hardness after heat treatment, inspect jaws, teeth and serrations for correct alignment, test that ratchets lock and release smoothly, and look for any surface defects. Finished instruments are passivated to improve corrosion resistance, then cleaned, marked and packed.
Building a complete set
Instruments in this category are often ordered together with related instruments to make a complete procedure set. Tell us the operations you perform and the instruments you already have, and we will suggest the patterns, lengths and quantities that complete your set. Sets can be supplied loose, on trays or in stainless steel boxes.
Care and sterilization
Rinse instruments straight after use so blood and tissue do not dry on. Open all joints, then clean them by hand or in a washer-disinfector with a neutral pH detergent. Rinse, dry thoroughly and lubricate hinges with instrument milk. All items are suitable for standard steam sterilization (autoclave). Inspect them regularly, and repair or replace any that are worn or damaged.
Ordering and custom sizes
You can order single instruments, mixed quantities or complete sets, and we supply hospitals, clinics, distributors and government tenders. If you need a pattern, length or size that is not listed, send us a drawing, a sample or a catalogue reference and we will quote for it. We also offer OEM and private label manufacturing, with your logo laser-etched on the instrument and your own packaging. Please contact us for prices, delivery times and shipping to your country.
Frequently asked questions
What is a ligature forceps used for? It grips the end of a suture tie and pulls it around a vessel or duct so it can be tied.
Are these forceps available in several lengths? Yes. Most patterns come in several lengths.
Why choose Medfort
- Manufactured in Sialkot, Pakistan, the world's centre of surgical instrument making
- Surgical grade stainless steel to AISI, ASTM and DIN standards
- ISO 9001, ISO 13485 and CE marked manufacturing
- OEM and private label manufacturing available
- Single instruments, bulk orders and complete sets
Need a quote, a custom size or a complete set? Email [email protected] or call +92 349 0444976.
