Kelly Forceps, 8 Inch

Kelly forceps are a type of hemostatic clamp widely used in surgery to grasp, clamp and control blood vessels and tissue, helping to manage bleeding during a procedure. This 8 inch version gives surgeons and assistants a comfortably sized handle and jaw length for general surgical work, where a secure locking grip on tissue or vessels is needed for extended periods without the instrument slipping.

Kelly forceps are one of the most commonly used clamps across nearly every surgical specialty, from general and vascular surgery to gynecology, because of their reliability and simple ratcheted locking handle. Surgical teams keep them stocked in multiples on most instrument trays, since several may be needed during a single procedure to control bleeding at different points.

Made as a reusable surgical steel instrument, it is cleaned and autoclaved between cases following standard hospital sterilization protocols, and its straightforward design makes it easy to maintain and inspect for wear over repeated use.