Kelly's artery forcep, also sometimes referred to as Kelly hemostatic forceps, is a versatile surgical instrument used for grasping, clamping, and occluding blood vessels to control bleeding during surgery.
 
Key features of Kelly's artery forcep:
Jaws: They come in both straight and curved forms, with the curved ones offering better access to tight surgical spaces.
Serrations: The inner surfaces of the jaws have small, transverse serrations that provide a secure hold on tissues without causing excessive damage.
Finger rings: The handles have ergonomically designed finger rings for comfortable handling and precise control.
Ratchet mechanism: A built-in ratchet allows for self-retention of the clamped position, freeing the surgeon's hand for other tasks.
Sizes: Kelly forceps come in various sizes to accommodate different blood vessel diameters and surgical procedures.
 
Applications of Kelly's artery forcep:
Clamping blood vessels of various sizes to control bleeding.
Grasping and manipulating tissues during surgical procedures.
Holding sutures and needles.
Packing wounds to control bleeding.