Adson / Adson Brown Dissecting Forceps

Adson dissecting forceps are fine-toothed, thumb-held forceps for handling delicate tissues.

• Tips: Fine, narrow tips (with or without teeth).
• Grip: Serrated handle for secure thumb–finger control.
• Variants:
• Adson Tissue Forceps – with small teeth at the tip (e.g., 1x2 teeth) for grasping skin or fascia.
• Adson Dressing Forceps – smooth or with delicate serrations, for handling dressings or fragile tissue without trauma.

Uses

• Grasping skin edges during suturing (especially in small animals).
• Holding delicate tissues (e.g., during ophthalmic, plastic, or soft tissue procedures).
• Used in biopsy procedures to stabilize tissue.
• Handling suture materials gently without crushing.
• Dressing forceps variant is used for packing wounds or handling gauze.