Used to assist in grasping, manipulating, compressing, or joining tissue and ligatures. It is commonly available in two main designs:
• A self-retaining, scissor style instrument with ring handles and various blade options straight, angled, or curved—featuring parallel grooves or serrations for improved grip.
• A tweezer-style instrument (including micro or fine versions) with two conjoined blades and serrated tips for precise control at the working end.