tenaculum

right|thumb|200px|Tenaculum A tenaculum, also known as Pozzi forceps, is a surgical instrument, usually classified as a type of forceps. It consists of a slender sharp-pointed hook attached to a handle and is used mainly in surgery for seizing and holding parts, such as blood vessels.

Uses include: Steadying the cervix and uterus, as is done during insertion of an intrauterine device or during a surgical abortion (although recent research indicates that an Allis clamp may be better suited for those tasks, as it is less likely to cause bleeding complications). Seizing and holding arteries in various surgical procedures.