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Clamps & Hemostats
Kelly Hemostatic Forceps
A medium hemostatic clamp with serrations covering only the distal half of the jaws, used to clamp larger vessels and tissue.
🩺 Common Uses
Clamping medium/large vessels; grasping tissue during dissection.
♨️ Sterilization Method
Steam, wrapped, 270–275°F (132–135°C).
🧱 Material
Stainless steel.
📋 Handling & Processing Notes
Sterilize with ratchet on the first click only to prevent stress cracking. Check that jaws meet evenly at the tips.
💡 Always defer to the device manufacturer's Instructions for Use (IFU) for validated cleaning and sterilization parameters — they take precedence over general guidance.