Giraffe Forceps for 2–3mm Double-Action Endoscopic Sinus Grasping

Giraffe Forceps, SKU PS-OT-0622, is a reusable ENT and rhinology grasping forceps made from German stainless steel for controlled tissue capture, polyp handling, biopsy retrieval, and dressing manipulation in deep endonasal corridors. The model number is PS-5263, with six working variants: horizontal angled up 55º with 3mm double-action jaw and 5 1/2" 14cm working length, horizontal angled up 90º with 2mm double-action jaw and 5 1/8" 13cm working length, vertical angled up 55º with 3mm double-action jaw and 5 1/2" 14cm working length, vertical angled up 90º with 2mm double-action jaw and 5 1/8" 13cm working length, vertical angled up 55º with 2mm double-action jaw and 5 1/2" 14cm working length, and horizontal angled up 55º with 2mm double-action jaw and 5 1/2" 14cm working length. Otolaryngologists, rhinologists, skull base teams, hospital operating rooms, ambulatory surgery centers, and ENT clinics use this instrument during functional endoscopic sinus surgery, nasal polypectomy, ethmoid tissue retrieval, sphenoid access, frontal recess work, and intranasal biopsy.

Double-Action Jaw Path and Angled Reach

The instrument uses ring handles, a pivoted control joint, a long slender shaft, and distal double-action jaws to deliver controlled grasping at depth. The handle movement is transmitted through the shaft so both distal jaw elements approximate around tissue rather than relying on a single fixed lower jaw. This action is useful when grasping small polypoid fragments, mucosal samples, or loose tissue inside a narrow sinus corridor. The curved working profile keeps the surgeon’s hand outside the nasal vestibule while the tip reaches superior or posterior targets under endoscopic visualization. Angled up 55º jaws approach oblique recesses where the target lies beyond a partially open path, while angled up 90º jaws provide a perpendicular bite toward tissue positioned above the shaft line. Horizontal and vertical jaw orientations change the direction of tissue capture, allowing the surgeon to align the bite with the lesion surface, ethmoid cavity wall, sphenoid face, or frontal recess opening. The slim shaft also preserves space for suction, angled endoscope, and elevator placement during sequential endonasal work.

Endoscopic Nasal and Sinus Procedure Use

During functional endoscopic sinus surgery, Giraffe Forceps are introduced after visualization, decongestion, and access creation with elevators, curettes, or cutting forceps. In nasal polypectomy, the angled jaws grasp polypoid tissue in the middle meatus, ethmoid cavity, sphenoethmoidal recess, or maxillary ostium margin for controlled extraction. During anterior and posterior ethmoid work, the instrument assists with retrieval of soft fragments after bony partitions have been addressed by dedicated cutting instruments. In sphenoid sinus access, the shorter 13cm 90º variants are used when a superiorly directed bite is required through a compact channel. In frontal recess surgery, the 55º angle supports approach to oblique tissue planes while maintaining endoscopic visibility. For intranasal biopsy, the small 2mm or 3mm jaw captures a defined specimen from turbinate, septal, sinus cavity, or lesion margin. The forceps are also useful for retrieving small dressing fragments or displaced material from the operative field before irrigation and final inspection. Its procedural role is grasping and retrieval rather than bone punching or powered tissue removal.

Horizontal Vertical and Angled Variant Selection

The horizontal angled up 55º 3mm version is selected when the surgeon needs a broader bite across polypoid tissue or soft fragments positioned on an oblique sinus wall. The horizontal angled up 90º 2mm version is suited for compact superior reach where a smaller jaw must capture tissue above the shaft line. The vertical angled up 55º 3mm option changes the bite orientation for tissue surfaces that are better approached from a lateral or vertical plane during ethmoid or maxillary work. The vertical angled up 90º 2mm pattern provides a narrow perpendicular bite for confined recesses and biopsy tasks. The vertical angled up 55º 2mm option is useful when the target is delicate, the cavity is narrow, or the surgeon needs less jaw bulk in the visual field. The horizontal angled up 55º 2mm variant provides the same oblique approach with a smaller tissue purchase. Selection depends on jaw width, target direction, cavity depth, endoscope angle, and the available corridor beside suction or other endonasal instruments.

Reusable Steel Processing and Documentation

German stainless steel construction provides strength, corrosion resistance, and dimensional stability for repeated ENT tray use. The satin, dull, and mirror finish options support different clinical preferences; satin and dull surfaces reduce glare under endoscopic lighting, while mirror finish allows rapid visual inspection after cleaning. Reusable construction fits central sterile workflows that include point-of-use soil removal, manual cleaning, decontamination, functional inspection, packaging, and steam autoclave sterilization. Cleaning attention should focus on the double-action jaw surfaces, distal hinge region, shaft channel, pivot joint, and handle rings because retained tissue can interfere with smooth closure. CE marking supports European procurement documentation, ISO 13485 alignment reflects medical device manufacturing quality management, and FDA-compliant purchasing language assists hospitals, clinics, and distributors serving regulated healthcare markets. The Class I manual surgical instrument category fits non-powered grasping forceps used in operating rooms and ENT procedure suites. MOQ 1 piece, OEM availability, 1-year warranty, and return or replacement service provide clear purchasing terms for single-unit replacement, tray expansion, and distributor stocking.

How is this different from Blakesley Nasal Forceps?
Giraffe Forceps are designed with a curved shaft and angled double-action jaws for reaching superior, posterior, and offset endonasal targets. Blakesley Nasal Forceps commonly use straight or angled cup jaws for routine ethmoid tissue and polyp removal. The Giraffe pattern provides more directional reach when the target lies above the shaft line or around a curved sinus corridor. Its horizontal and vertical jaw orientations allow the surgeon to match the bite direction to the tissue plane. Blakesley forceps are selected for direct tissue bites in a more linear approach. Giraffe Forceps are selected when angled access, small jaw width, and distal reach are required during endoscopic sinus work.

Which jaw angle and size should be selected?
Giraffe Forceps with 55º angled jaws are selected for oblique approach to the frontal recess, ethmoid cavity, maxillary ostium margin, and curved endonasal corridors. The 90º variants are selected when tissue lies superior to the shaft line and requires a perpendicular bite. A 2mm jaw is used for confined anatomy, biopsy sampling, delicate tissue capture, and narrow visualization windows. A 3mm jaw is selected for larger polypoid fragments or broader soft tissue purchase when space allows. Horizontal orientation is useful when the target surface is approached across the field. Vertical orientation is useful when the lesion, mucosa, or fragment is better captured from a lateral or upright plane.

What does CE, ISO 13485, and FDA context support in purchasing?
Giraffe Forceps are supplied with CE, ISO 13485, and FDA procurement context for regulated surgical instrument purchasing. CE marking supports documentation for European medical device supply channels. ISO 13485 alignment relates to manufacturing under a medical device quality management system. FDA-compliant purchasing language assists hospitals, clinics, and distributors serving United States healthcare markets. These references support vendor review, instrument file documentation, and reusable ENT tray purchasing. The product is listed as a Class I manual surgical instrument with MOQ 1 piece and 1-year warranty support.

How does the double-action control feature work intraoperatively?
The ring handles close through a pivot and internal transmission path that activates the distal double-action jaws. Both jaw elements approximate around the selected tissue, giving controlled capture at the working tip. This is useful when the surgeon needs to grasp a small polyp, biopsy sample, mucosal tag, or loose sinus fragment under endoscopic vision. The mechanism allows gradual closure, tactile feedback, and controlled release after withdrawal from the operative channel. Giraffe Forceps do not require a ratchet because the operator controls grip continuously through finger pressure. The angled shaft and jaw assembly help maintain hand clearance outside the nostril while the tip works in a superior or posterior recess.

How should hospitals and ENT supply teams manage sterilization?
Giraffe Forceps should be cleaned after use with attention to the distal jaw edges, double-action hinge area, curved shaft, pivot joint, and handle rings. The mechanism should be opened and closed during cleaning so retained tissue and dressing fibers are removed from moving surfaces. After decontamination and inspection, the instrument can be packaged for steam autoclave sterilization under the facility’s validated protocol. Hospitals can stock 55º and 90º options with 2mm and 3mm jaws in rhinology, FESS, nasal biopsy, and ENT procedure trays. Distributors can order MOQ 1 piece for replacement supply or catalog stocking. Return and replacement support plus 1-year warranty terms assist procurement teams managing reusable endoscopic forceps inventory.