FORCEPS, MUSEUX, 24 cm, straight, 10 mm, 2x2 teeth 52-48-03
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Uterine forceps, Museux
Definition
Museux Forceps are ratcheted, finger ring forceps used for grasping the uterus during obstetrical/gynaecological procedures. This instrument has straight jaws that firmly grasp the uterine tissue. Used for gripping and immobilizing thick tissues, particularly the uterine cervix (uterine traction forceps).
Synonym
Tenaculum forceps, Forceps uterine vulsellum Museux
Specifications
Technical specifications
- Straight forceps with 2 x 2 teeth
- Precise adjustment of the teeth
- Progressive setting of the ratchet
- Hard ratchet
- Width of the jaws: 10 mm
- Length: 24 cm
- Material: martensitic steel
MSF requirements
The Museux forceps has 2 x 2 teeth, whereas the Pozzi forceps is provided with 1 x 1 teeth only. That is why more bruises could be generated while using the Museux forceps. However, it has the advantage to have a better "grip" on the uterine cervix. The Pozzi forceps is less firm holdingwise and can cut a fragile uterine cervix, as it is held by 2 teeth only, which does not occur, or less, while using the Museux forceps. But in most cases, the Pozzi forceps, when correctly used, is less traumatizing.