- A premium, ophthalmic instrument engineered to retract and hold the upper and lower eyelids apart, providing surgeons and clinicians with an unobstructed view of the globe during delicate examinations and surgeries
Uses
- Ophthalmic Surgery:
- Holds the eyelids completely open during localized eye surgeries, such as cataract extraction, corneal repairs, or foreign body removals
- Clinical Eye Examinations:
- Displaces the eyelids during deep diagnostic inspections, intraocular pressure checks, or retinal imaging when a patient cannot voluntarily keep their eye open
- Veterinary Ophthalmology:
- Widely utilized in companion animal health practices and veterinary surgeries to perform corneal staining, flush obstructions, or manage ocular trauma
Features
- 15mm Wide Wire Blades:
- Features broad wire loops designed to evenly distribute retraction force across the margins of both the upper and lower eyelids
- 2-1/2 Inch (65mm) Footprint:
- Formed into a compact, lightweight wire frame layout that rests comfortably on the patient's face without adding excess weight
- Self-Retaining Spring Design:
- Operates on an open-wire tension spring framework that expands naturally against the eyelids, maintaining retraction without manual adjustment
- Premium German Stainless Steel:
- Forged from high-grade, reusable surgical steel to prevent warping under continuous structural spring tension
- Satin Anti-Glare Finish:
- Treated with a matted satin surface to reduce harsh reflections from overhead surgical theater or examination lights
Benefits
- Atraumatic Eyelid Retention:
- The smooth, rounded wire contours slide easily into the upper and lower conjunctival cul-de-sacs, minimizing the risk of scratching the cornea or pinching delicate eyelid tissue
- Hands-Free Visualization:
- The spring-loaded mechanical separation keeps the eye safely exposed, freeing both of the clinician's hands to handle scalpels, swabs, or diagnostic equipment
- Unparalleled Operational Longevity:
- Specialized passivation processing protects the high-tension wire from pitting, corrosion, or loss of spring elasticity through repeated high-heat autoclave sterilization
