Negus Tonsil Artery Forceps

When a bleeding spot is observed in the tonsillar fossa following tonsillectomy, it is first caught using the tip of a first artery forceps. The bent tip of the second artery forceps is then applied below the tip of the first artery so that some of the surrounding tissue can be held as well. The ligature is then applied below the second artery.
Ligatures applied in the tonsillar fossa don’t have to be removed, they slough away by salivary action.
Second artery forceps are used along with the first artery forceps and the anterior pillar retractor while ligating bleeding points in the tonsillar fossa.