Tilley's forceps
This is an angled forceps with serrations at the tip of the blades. It can be used in ear as well as nasal cavities. This is a versatile outpatient instrument.
Uses:
1. For packing / unpacking ear canal, mastoid cavity
2. For packing / unpacking nasal cavity
3. For introduction of medicated pledgets for local anesthesia in the nasal cavity
4. For removing foreign body / crusts/ debris in the nose and ear