Semken dressing forceps with a pin are a type of surgical instrument commonly used in medical procedures, particularly in dressing wounds. The forceps are named after their inventor, Dr. Robert Semken, an American plastic surgeon.The Semken dressing forceps are designed to be used with dressings or bandages, and they feature a curved, serrated tip with a pin on one end. The pin is used to help secure the dressing in place while the forceps hold it in position. The forceps also feature a locking mechanism to keep the dressing securely in place.The forceps are made of high-quality stainless steel and are approximately 10cm in length. They are designed with a long, thin handle to provide precise control and maneuverability when working with dressings or bandages.Overall, the Semken dressing forceps with a pin are a valuable tool in any medical setting and are commonly used in various procedures such as wound care, surgical dressing changes, and other procedures that involve the use of dressings or bandages. Their curved, serrated tip and pin design make them an ideal choice for holding and securing dressings in place during medical procedures.
A hand-held, manual, open-surgery instrument designed to facilitate grasping and manipulation of soft-tissues. It has a tweezers-like design (may be a micro/fine instrument) with variously designed tips at the working end, whereby the blades are designed to be opened/closed by squeezing between the fingers (i.e., without ring handles). It is available in various sizes, and may have carbide inserts at the working end. It is not an electrosurgical device and not dedicated to ophthalmic surgery. This is a single-use device.