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Forceps

usgb/ˈfɔːrseps/Volume
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Medical Precision

Forceps in medicine are precise tools for delicate tasks, implying accuracy and care.

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During the operation, the surgeon requested forceps to handle the tiny blood vessels.
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Not Pliers

Unlike pliers, medical forceps are not for heavy-duty gripping, but for sensitive manipulation.

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The nurse handed the doctor the forceps, knowing that pliers would be too crude.
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Variety of Types

Forceps vary in size and shape, each designed for specific medical tasks and procedures.

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Obstetrical forceps are different from the ones used in typical surgeries.
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