Halsted-Mosquito Artery Forcep 12.5 cm / 5" Straight

The Halsted-Mosquito Artery Forcep 12.5 cm / 5" is the finest haemostat in general veterinary surgical use. Its jaws are short and narrow with serrations running the full length, an arrangement that allows a small vessel to be occluded precisely without including surrounding tissue in the clamp. This precision is the reason the mosquito is preferred for subcutaneous bleeders, dental haemorrhage and fine vessels in small patients. The straight pattern is applied where the vessel lies in the direct line of approach and no angle is required.

The ratchet holds the clamp closed so the instrument may be left in place while the vessel is ligated. Mosquito forceps are used in numbers rather than singly, and most veterinary surgical packs contain several. HK Medical Instruments supplies this pattern within the canine and feline spay packs, the ear pack, the general surgery pack and the orthopedic knee pack.

• Short narrow jaws serrated along the full length
• Occludes small vessels precisely without catching surrounding tissue
• Straight pattern for vessels lying in the direct line of approach
• Ratchet holds the clamp closed while the vessel is ligated
• Surgical grade stainless steel
• Ergonomic design for reduced hand friction

Why is it called a mosquito forcep?

The name refers to the small size of the jaws, which are the finest among general haemostatic forceps.

How many are usually needed?

They are used in numbers rather than singly, and most veterinary surgical packs contain several.

At HK Medical Instruments, we stand behind the quality and performance of our products.

All instruments are eligible for return or replacement within 45 days of delivery if they have a manufacturing defect, malfunction, or do not meet your expectations.

We also offer a lifetime breakage warranty covering breakage resulting from manufacturing or material defects. This warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, improper handling, accidental drops, incorrect cleaning or sterilization, unauthorized repairs, or normal wear and tear.

To request warranty assistance, please contact us at warranty@hkmedins.com with your order details, a description of the issue, and clear photographs of the affected instrument. Our team will review your request and guide you through the return or replacement process.