- Premium surgical-grade instrument designed to hold eyelids apart by granting ophthalmologists unobstructed, hands-free access to the eyeball, primarily used in human and veterinary microsurgery, it improves both safety and visualization during sensitive, high-precision eye procedures
Uses
- Ophthalmic Surgery:
- Widely utilized to hold the eyelids statically open during procedures like cataract removal, retinal surgery, and LASIK
- Eye Examinations:
- Assists doctors in keeping the eye fully open to properly examine the retina or visualize the curvature of the eye
- Animal Health:
- Frequently serves as an essential microsurgery tool in veterinary eye procedures
Features
- Curved Wire Blades:
- Features open-wire blades measuring 15 × 6mm that are gently curved to conform to the natural contours of the eye
- Adjustable Spread:
- The handheld instrument measures 3-1/4 inches (8.3 cm) in length and it accommodates a wide and fully adjustable spread (up to 46.0mm to 60.0mm depending on application) to fit varying patient anatomies
- Premium Materials:
- Manufactured from high-quality German or surgical-grade stainless steel
- Sterilization:
- Fully autoclavable and compatible with chemical sterilants for repeated clinical use
Benefits
- Optimal Exposure:
- Frees up the surgeon from relying on a second operator for manual lid retraction, while ensuring the eye remains stable during surgery
- Reduced Trauma:
- The smooth, open-wire design ensures minimal damage to delicate surrounding eyelid and conjunctival tissues while still providing necessary retraction
- Long-Term Durability:
- Corrosion-resistant, high-grade steel construction ensures a long service life and withstands repeated daily sterilization cycle
