Sequestral forceps

Sequestral forceps (lat. sequestro - to separate) are a surgical instrument designed for separating and removing bone fragments (sequestra) in the treatment of purulent processes in the bones.

A sequestrum is a dead section of bone separated as a result of a purulent-necrotic process. This usually happens with osteomyelitis or as a complication of open fractures. Sequestral forceps are used to remove it during sequestrectomy surgery.

The tongs have long, narrow jaws with sharp edges or teeth. They are inserted into the medullary canal and capture the separated sequestrum for subsequent extraction. There are straight and curved sequestral forceps. They are made of high quality corrosion-resistant steel.

Thus, sequestral forceps are an important surgical instrument that allows you to remove necrotic areas of bone in purulent-inflammatory diseases.