
Endoscopy Foreign Body Forceps are specialized tools used during endoscopic procedures to grasp, retrieve, or remove foreign bodies from within the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, respiratory tract, or other internal cavities.
Key Features:
Flexible shaft: Allows passage through endoscope channels and navigation through internal anatomy.
Variety of jaw designs:
Rat-tooth, alligator, basket, or tripod for secure gripping of different objects.
Stainless steel construction: For strength, flexibility, and corrosion resistance.
Smooth or serrated jaws: Depending on the nature of the foreign object.
Disposable or reusable options available.
Common Uses:
Removal of ingested objects (coins, batteries, food boluses) from the esophagus or stomach.
Extraction of aspirated materials from the airways.
Grasping tissues or polyps in certain procedures.
Can be used in gastroenterology, pulmonology, urology, or ENT procedures.