For laparoscopic surgery, which instrument is commonly used to grasp tissue?

In laparoscopic surgery, graspers are specifically designed to hold and manipulate tissue during the procedure. They come in various designs, such as the Maryland grasper or the Babcock grasper, allowing the surgeon to securely lift, pull, or move tissue without causing damage. This function is crucial in the limited space of a laparoscopic environment, where precision and careful manipulation are paramount.

While needle holders and tissue forceps have their respective roles in surgery—needle holders for securing needles during suturing and tissue forceps for holding tissue in open surgery—they are not the primary instruments used for grasping tissue in laparoscopic settings. A scalpel, on the other hand, is primarily for cutting and is not appropriate for grasping tissues.