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Forceps are a surgical instrument that resembles a pair of tongs and can be used in surgery for grabbing, maneuvering, or removing various things within or from the body.[1] They can be used to assist the delivery of a baby as an alternative to the ventouse (vacuum extraction) method.

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What is the plural of forceps?

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What is the plural form of forceps?

Forceps. They are a 'pair of forceps' - just like a pair of scissors.


What is the use of mixter right angled forceps?

Mixter right-angled forceps are commonly used in surgical procedures for grasping and manipulating delicate tissues or structures in confined spaces, such as during neurosurgery or vascular surgery. The right-angled design allows for better access and visibility in hard-to-reach areas without causing damage to surrounding tissues.


Why are Russian Tissue Forceps named Russian Forceps?

When you think of Russia, the image of the Star comes to mind. The Mayo/Star forceps are also known as the Russian Forceps because of this.


What are science tweezers called?

Tweezers are a type of forceps used for plucking hairs.


Which forceps do you use to grasp foreign bodies?

The forceps I choose to grasp a foreign body depends on the location of the foreign body and the size and texture of the item. I might use Kelly forceps or mosquito forceps most typically.


Is forceps singular?

Yes, the word forceps is a singular noun, a short form for 'a pair of forceps'; the plural form is 'two pairs of forceps'. Other singular nouns that are a form of 'a pair of...' are: - trousers - pants - glasses - scissors - binoculars


What are the uses for adson forceps?

Adson forceps is used to hold soft tissue which will not be removed from the body.


Is forceps a noun?

Yes, forceps is a noun, a singular, common, concrete noun; a thing. Note: the word forceps belongs to a group of words that appear to be plural but are singular because the word is a shortened form of 'a pair of forceps'; the plural form is 'two pairs of forceps. Some other nouns in this category are pants, scissors, binoculars, etc.


Who uses forceps?

Doctors, nurses, surgeons, medics, and body piercers.


What is 'bone holding forceps' in Hebrew?

bone holding forceps = מלקחיים מחזיקי עצם (melkachayim machzikei etsem)


What instruments in vaginal hysterectomy?

tissue forceps, dissecting scissors, scalpel handle, rochester-ochner forceps, retractor, sponge forceps, clamp