Sklar Merit Allis Tissue Forceps, Atraumatic
A Sklar Merit Allis tissue forceps, 6 inches with atraumatic teeth, used to grasp and hold tissue securely during general surgery with reduced tissue trauma.
The Allis forceps is a well known tissue grasping instrument used to hold bulkier tissue, such as fascia, bowel or skin edges, more firmly than a fine dissecting forceps would allow. This Sklar Merit version measures 6 inches with an atraumatic tooth pattern, vertically serrated to spread the grip across the jaw rather than concentrating it at sharp teeth points, an approach intended to reduce tissue damage while still holding securely.
The listing covers four variants combining two sizes, 6 inches and 7-1/2 inches, with tooth patterns including 4x5 teeth, 5x6 teeth and the atraumatic option featured here, giving the surgical team a choice depending on the tissue type and the surgeon's preference for grip strength versus tissue gentleness.
Allis forceps are used across general, gynaecological and gastrointestinal surgery wherever a firm hold on moderately robust tissue is needed during dissection or retraction. It should be cleaned and sterilised between uses following standard surgical instrument reprocessing protocols.
