Willett forceps


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Wil·lett for·ceps

(wil'lĕt),
now obsolete type of a traction forceps used to treat placenta previa by pulling the fetal head down against the placenta.
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Willett,

J. Abernethy, English obstetrician, 1872-1932.
Willett clamp
Willett forceps - obsolete term for a traction forceps used to treat placenta previa.
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