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punch forceps

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punch forceps,
a surgical instrument used to cut out a disk of dense or resistant tissue, such as bone and cartilage. The ends of the blades of the punch forceps are perforated to grip the involved tissue. There are several varieties of this instrument, with blades and tips specially designed for different surgical needs.


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This procedure involves using scissors or a punch forceps to amputate a large portion of the turbinate and extensive denuded tissue.
 
 
 
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