How to Choose a Vasectomy Ringed Forceps |
Set of 1 VE-1 T Non-Cantilevered, Teardrop Ringed Forceps, 1 VE-2 Surgical Hemostat, 1 VE-4 Straight Iris Scissors, 1 VE-7 Vas Hook, and 1 4100 state-of-the-art, medical grade plastic sterilization case.
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The Non-Cantilevered 'Teardrop' Ringed Forceps |
"Can be a very effective training instrument because it is much easier to grasp the vas, especially for those new to NSV." |
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The most recent forceps to be adopted for use with vasectomy in the United States is the teardrop, non-cantilevered forceps. When NSV was first introduced to the U.S. in the mid-1980s, access to instruments was initially limited to urologists who had received hands-on training. The teardrop forceps was developed by a family physician who wanted to perform a 'no-scalpel' procedure but couldn't get the instruments.
The teardrop forceps has a ring that is much larger than those of other forceps. Some practitioners have told us that it can be a very effective training instrument because it is much easier to grasp the vas, especially for those new to NSV. With more practice, the advantage of a large ring usually diminishes. Since the teardrop shape is too large to stretch the scrotal skin tightly over the vas and the vas can shift from side to side, it can be difficult to make consistent entry punctures in the center of the vas. Like other non-cantilevered forceps, the risk of bleeding is higher than with the standard NSV ringed forceps. |
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