- Highly specialized for delicate corneal procedures and micro-surgical incisions
Uses
- Keratoplasty:
- Primarily used for corneal grafting or transplant surgery
- Corneal Sectioning:
- Utilized to create or finish precise incisions in the cornea
- Microsurgery:
- Applicable in high-precision procedures requiring carefully controlled dissection in tight, sensitive ocular fields
Features
- Blade Configuration:
- Features 11mm blades that are angled to the side for superior visibility and ergonomic access to the surgical site
- Tip Design:
- Equipped with blunt points (blunt/blunt) to ensure safety and prevent accidental piercing of underlying tissue
- Spring-Action Handle:
- Features a flat handle with a spring mechanism for a responsive, controlled cutting feel
- Dimensions:
- Overall length is 3-3/4 inches (9.5cm)
- Material:
- Crafted from premium German stainless steel for durability and precision
Benefits
- Superior Visualization:
- The angled-to-side blade design keeps the surgeon's hands and the instrument handles out of the direct line of sight
- Atraumatic Performance:
- Blunt tips allow for safer manipulation within the delicate corneal layers compared to sharp-tipped variants
- High Control:
- The flat, spring-loaded handle is designed for fine tactile sensitivity, critical for microsurgical success
- Longevity:
- Its OR-grade construction is reusable and built to withstand repeated sterilization without compromising the cutting edge
