Product Description The Kern Bone Holding Forceps provide a strong, controllable grip on long bones, facilitating maneuverability and reducing splinters. The jaws are locked by a quick-release mechanism. The Kern forceps are very useful in general orthopedic surgery and for surgery around the hip joint, especially in the following cases: - Femur fractures - Triple pelvic osteotomy - Hip joint replacement - Acetabular fractures