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, one handle set at approximately 45 degrees, and the other at 90 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 black 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. Plastic join point for handles and rounded is engraved with the text '8383.12' and 'WOLF'.

Inscriptions & markings

'8383.12', 'WOLF'