Clamps – Proctology Instruments
Proctology clamps and tissue-grasping forceps are the instruments used to hold, retract, and control tissue during hemorrhoidectomy, pile excision, and other anorectal procedures. Unlike general surgical clamps, these are shaped and angled specifically for the confined, delicate working space of anorectal surgery.
What's in This Collection
The Pennington Hemorrhoidal Forceps and Pennington Tissue Grasping Forceps are designed to grasp hemorrhoidal tissue securely without excessive trauma, sized for precise control during excision. The McGivney Hemorrhoid Grasping Forceps, with angled shanks, gives improved access and visibility during hemorrhoidectomy. The Pratt T-Shaped Tissue Forceps uses a distinctive T-handle grip for secure tissue control in tight anorectal fields. For pile (hemorrhoid) clamping specifically, the Buie Pile Clamp is a curved, crushing-style clamp used to occlude hemorrhoidal tissue before excision. The Hays Colon Resection Clamp is built for broader bowel and colon resection work rather than hemorrhoid-specific procedures, and the Finch Excision instrument, with hollowed jaws and a 75mm blade, combines grasping and cutting function in one instrument for tissue excision.
Choosing the Right Instrument
Instrument choice typically follows the procedure step: Pennington or McGivney forceps for initial tissue grasping and control, a Buie clamp when crushing/occluding tissue is needed before excision, and a Finch excision instrument when cutting and grasping need to happen in one motion. The Hays clamp sits apart from the rest as a general colon resection tool rather than a hemorrhoid-specific instrument, useful for practices handling broader colorectal procedures alongside routine proctology.
Related Instruments
A proctology tray rarely stops at clamps. Pair this collection with our Proctoscopes for visualization, Directors for guiding instruments during incision, and Proctology Retractors for exposure during the procedure. For the complete proctology range, visit Proctology Instruments.
Ordering
Peak Surgicals manufactures and supplies proctology instruments in bulk for hospitals, clinics, and distributors worldwide, with international shipping and custom logo branding available on request — contact our team for a wholesale quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Pennington forceps used for?
A Pennington forceps is used to grasp hemorrhoidal or soft tissue securely during proctology procedures, giving the surgeon controlled traction without excessive trauma to the tissue.
What is a Buie pile clamp?
A Buie pile clamp is a curved, crushing-style clamp used to occlude hemorrhoidal tissue before excision during a hemorrhoidectomy.
What's the difference between a McGivney and a Pennington forceps?
Both grasp hemorrhoidal tissue, but a McGivney forceps has angled shanks for improved visibility and access, while a Pennington forceps uses a more standard straight design.
Is the Hays clamp used for hemorrhoids?
No, the Hays Colon Resection Clamp is built for broader bowel and colon resection procedures rather than hemorrhoid-specific work, though it's commonly stocked alongside proctology instruments.
What instruments are needed for a hemorrhoidectomy?
A typical hemorrhoidectomy set includes tissue-grasping forceps (Pennington or McGivney), a pile clamp (Buie) for occluding tissue, and an excision instrument such as the Finch, alongside proctoscopes and retractors for visualization and exposure.
