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This is the most commonly used dissecting forceps in laparoscopic surgery. Usually known as a Maryland, some surgeons call it a Crile. It has a fine tip for grabbing a small bit of peritoneum, but a relatively long length allowing it to spread very wide when used for blunt dissection.Description. Laparoscopic traumatic graspers are designed meticulously to hold, Grasp and manipulate delicate abdominal tissue during laparoscopic procedures. One of their main functions is to facilitate adequate access to the surgical site by holding tissue to clear off the operating field.During laparoscopic surgery, scissors are used to cut a variety of tissue, including fibrotic or calcified tissue, sutures, and occasionally tissue containing staples. Disposable scissors may become dull and ineffective.