Historical information

Laparoscopy is a minimally invasive form of keyhole surgery for abdominal and pelvic conditions.

Founded in Knittlingen, Germany in 1947 by Georg Wolf, Richard Wolf has since expanded to become a well known international surgical tools manufacturer.

Physical description

Set of laparoscopy forceps. Consists of two circular finger grips on short handles, set at approximately 45 degrees to a long, thin metal shaft. The lower handle is fixed in place, whereas the upper handle is set into the lower handle with a hinge. The movement of the upper handle operates two small pincer-like claws which are attached to the end of the shaft of the instrument. The handles and shaft are coated in a dark blue/grey resin. A short, rounded point approximately 2cm long extends below the handle hinge, perpendicular to the shaft of the instrument. This point contains a slot in the centre which runs most of the length of the point. The point is attached to the body of the instrument by a black fitting approximately 1.5cmH x 1.5cmW. One side of the fitting is engraved with the word 'WOLF'. The other side of the fitting is engraved with the text '8383.03/5mm'.

Inscriptions & markings

'WOLF', '8383.03/5mm'