The forceps is probably the only instrument in the surgical tray that is regularly used by both hands. There are many types of forceps eponymous to famous surgeons, but essentially there are toothed and non toothed forceps. They have to be used with care as both can cause significant tissue injury. Forceps are to be considered an extension of the fingers. Thye are there to help you feel tissues beyond your reach. BBASS offers simple low fidelity models that will enable you to 'home' you skills to improve your forceps fidelity and confidence.

Summary

This engaging teaching session on 'Finding Forceps Feel and Fidelity' is incredibly relevant for medical professionals practicing surgery. It is designed to refine your tactile skills, enhance your understanding of safe forceps use and provide insights into improving tissue handling and thus patient outcomes. Both hands are required to be proficient in the use of forceps. Forceps are to be considered an extension of the fingers. BBASS offers low fidelity models that will enable you to 'home' your surgical skills. We practice not until we get it right but until we cannot get it wrong. Come and join us for a valuable opportunity to learn and refine your skills!

Learning objectives

Understand the various types of forceps used in surgery.
Understand the physics and forces applied using forceps.
Develop the necessary skills to handle and operate forceps with precision and control.
Recognise how to hold forceps and maximise their use in terms of their use, functionality, and performance.
Learn how to apply the sense of touch in using forceps, thus improving tissue handling.

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