Device typeAirway tube forceps, single-use: A sterile, hand-held instrument used for grasping a tube [e.g., a catheter or an endotracheal (ET) tube] for its insertion and/or extraction into/from the airways, or for grasping obstructive objects for their removal from the airways. Commonly known as a Magill's forceps, it typically has a scissors-like design with ring handles and is made of strong disposable plastic materials or stainless steel. It is available in various sizes and the working end will typically have grasping blades that have small ringed loops or S-shaped distal working ends. The blades are serrated to provide extra grip. It is typically used by emergency medical services (EMS). This is a single-use device.
FDA categoryFORCEPS, TUBE INTRODUCTION
Device ID05010058079939
Catalog number7993
AvailabilityPrescription
Single useYes
SterileYes
MRI safetyLabeling does not contain MRI Safety Information
Length20 Centimeter