Question

The instrument used for grasping tissue and suture needles during suturing and for general tissue manipulation is called:

Answer 1

The basic purpose of tissue forceps is to grasp tissue, in a minimally traumatic manner, for stabilization or retraction while performing another action such as dissecting. Tissue Forceps are also referred to as thumb forceps or pick-ups.

Answer 2

Tissue forceps are used in surgical procedures for grasping tissue. Often, the tips have "teeth" to securely hold a tissue. Typically tissue forceps are designed to minimize damage to biological tissue.