Lucs forceps are specialized surgical instruments used primarily for nasal and throat procedures, such as handling turbinates, removing polyps, taking biopsies from nasal cavities, and performing Caldwell-Luc operations. Their design varies by application, but they typically feature fenestrated (open) or heart-shaped jaws for grasping and manipulating delicate tissues in the sinuses and nasal passages.

Nasal Surgeries:

Used to handle and manipulate nasal turbinates, which help warm and humidify air.

Sinus Procedures:

Employed in the Caldwell-Luc operation to remove thickened antral mucosa (lining of the maxillary sinus).

Biopsies and Polyp Removal:

Used to take biopsies and remove polyps and other abnormal growths from the nasal cavities.

Septal Surgery:

Applied in submucosal resections of the nasal septum to remove bone or cartilage.