Alligator forceps are used to grasp or remove small objects from narrow cavities, especially in ENT (ear, nose, throat) and pediatric procedures.
Key Features:
Design: Long, thin shaft with a small jaw at the tip that opens vertically like an alligator’s mouth.
Jaw: One moving jaw (upper) and one fixed (lower), allowing precise control.
Material: Made of stainless steel; some versions have insulated shafts for use with electrosurgical units.
Variants: Available in straight or curved tips and various lengths.