Harms Suture Tying Forceps
wide handle, 6.5 mm tying platform, 4-1/4" (10.8 cm) HarSW-Tubingen Tying Forceps are an excellent instrument for handling fine suturing material during ophthalmologic procedures. The smooth platform with rounded edges are ideal for holding sutures securely and atraumatically. The forceps may be used for monofilament suturing material for penetrating keratoplasty. A wider handle allows for a more ergonomic and sure grip during the procedure, minimizing fatigue. Finally, both curved and straight profiles are available with the forceps depending on physician preference.
HarSW-Tubingen Tying Forceps
4-1/8" (10.5 cm) HarSW-Tubingen Tying Forceps are an excellent instrument for handling fine suturing material during ophthalmologic procedures. The smooth platform with rounded edges are ideal for holding sutures securely and atraumatically. The forceps may be used for monofilament suturing material for penetrating keratoplasty. Both curved and straight profiles are available with the forceps depending on physician preference.
Heath Chalazion Forceps
12.0 mm x 14.0 mm inside diameter of fenestrated jaw, 3-3/4" (9.5 cm) Heath Chalazion Forceps are a commonly used tool in diseases of the eyelid. The forceps are meant to expose a chalazion or other cysts of the lid. The forceps feature an open blade meant to encircle the cyst and tightened so the lid is everted. A 12x14 mm inside diameter allows the fitting of a multitude of lid sizes. The model also contains a locking thumb screw designed to free the surgeon's hands if desired.
Hunt Chalazion Forceps
open smooth blade, locking thumb screw, 12.0 mm blade Hunt Chalazion Forceps are a commonly used tool in diseases of the eyelid. The forceps are meant to expose a chalazion or other cysts of the lid. The ring blade of the forceps is open and surrounds the cyst and tightened so the lid is everted. This model also features a locking thumb screw designed to free the surgeon's hands if desired.
Jaffe Tying Forceps
very delicate smooth jaws w/ platform, 4-1/8" (10.5 cm) Jaffe Tying forceps are a commonly used tool in ophthalmologic operations. The long tying platform is intended to the handling of fine monofilament nylon and prolene sutures during wound closure or repair. The forceps are available in curved or straight models depending on surgical preference.
Jaffe-Castroviejo Suture Forceps
1x2 teeth w/ platform, 4-1/8" (10.5 cm) Jaffe-Castroviejo Suture Forceps are a multipurpose tool for a variety of ophthalmologic procedures. The heavy set teeth ensure the firm grasp of tissue or suturing equipment without slippage, while the added finger holes allow the surgeon to adjust the grip during the procedure. The forceps are available with a tying platform, designed to grasp both the tissue and suturing equipment without changing instruments. Three different tooth sizes are available depending on surgical preference.
Jameson Muscle Recession Forceps
slide lock, 4" (10.0 cm) Jameson Muscle Recession Forceps are commonly used during strabismus surgeries. The forceps are designed to handle the muscle insertions for subsequent removal and repositioning on the globe. Two different jaw sizes are available with the forceps and are angled right or left depending on surgical necessity.
Kelman-McPherson Corneal Suturing Forceps
angled, 1x2 teeth, 5.0 mm platform, 3" (7.5 cm) Kelman McPherson Corneal Suturing Forceps are a useful tool in ophthalmologic procedures, particularly cataract surgeries. The angled teeth are ideal for grasping the capsular fragment or suturing equipment during the procedure. The built in tying platform allows the surgeon the handle both tissue and sutures with the same instrument.
Kelman-McPherson Tying Forceps
standard pattern, smooth jaws, 7.5 mm tying platform, angled, 3-1/8" (8.0 cm) Kelman-McPherson Tying Forceps are a useful tool in ophthalmologic procedures, particularly cataract surgeries. The smooth tips are ideal for handling the anterior capsular flap during removal of the native lens as well as handling both 8-0 and 11-0 sutures. In addition, the 7.5 mm tying platform provides the surgeon handling of both tissue and suturing equipment. The ribbed handle provides a more ergonomic grip during the procedure.
Kelman-McPherson Tying Forceps – Wide Handle
very delicate, wide handle, smooth jaws, 7.5 mm tying platform, angled, 3-3/4" (9.5 cm) Kelman-McPherson Tying Forceps are a useful tool in ophthalmologic procedures, particularly cataract surgeries. The smooth, very delicate tips are perfect for fine handling of the capsular flap during removal of the native lens as well as handling both 8-0 and 11-0 sutures. In addition, finger holes on the handle allow the surgeon to adjust grip during the operation.
Kraff Capsule Tag Forceps
11.0 mm angled jaws, 15.0 mm smooth platform, 4" (10.0 cm) Kraff Capsule Tag Forceps are a commonly used tool in cataract in IOL implantation procedures. The 11.0 mm angled jaws are ideal for handling tags of the capsule created by an incision. The jaws are delicate enough to prevent unwanted radial tears and capsulo-dialysis. The ribbed handle with finger holes provides a firm, adjustable grip during the operation.
Kratz Lens Holding Forceps
very delicate narrow jaws, smooth, slightly curved, 4-1/2" (11.5 cm) Kratz Lens Forceps are a unique tool used in artificial lens implantation techniques. The cross action jaw combined with smooth tips help in the controlled grasping of the IOL. The rounded soft curve of the forceps aids in gripping the IOL with minimal damage or alteration. In addition, the forceps feature finger holes in the handle to adjust traction and grip during the procedure. Finally, the forceps come with a locking mechanism designed to free the surgeon's hands if needed.