Sklar Ballenger Sponge Forceps, Straight Serrated
A 7 inch fenestrated sponge forceps, offered in straight or curved and serrated or smooth patterns, used to hold gauze sponges during surgery. It is supplied for repeated sterilization and reuse in hospital and clinic settings.
The Sklar Ballenger Sponge Forceps is a 7 inch fenestrated forceps used to hold a gauze sponge securely for soaking up blood or applying pressure and antiseptic within a surgical field, particularly in ENT procedures where the working space is small and precise sponge placement matters. This listing spans four configurations, straight or curved and serrated or smooth jaws, giving the surgical team the combination that best suits the specific step of the procedure, from firm packing to gentler swabbing of delicate mucosal surfaces.
The fenestrated jaw design lets the sponge sit securely within an opening in the jaw rather than simply between flat surfaces, reducing the chance of the sponge slipping free during use. Sponge forceps of this kind are used across ENT, general, and gynecologic surgery wherever a mounted sponge is preferred over a hand held one for reach, control, or hygiene reasons.
This instrument is reprocessed for repeated use after each surgical case following standard sterilization protocols.
