Paufique Graft Knife
1.6 mm x 1.75 mm angled blade Paufique Graft Knife is a commonly used tool in keratoplasty operations. The knife features a sharp rounded blade and is used to dissect the deep stromal tissue of the cornea parallel to Descemet's membrane. After this incision, the anterior lamellar kertoplasty may proceed.
Paufique Suture Forceps
1x2 strong teeth, w/ platform, 3-1/2" (9.0 cm) Paufique Suture Forceps are a general purpose tool used in ophthalmologic operations. The wide angled teeth are useful in grasping the suturing needle during wound closure for a variety of operations. The built in tying platform allows the surgeon the handle both tissue and sutures with the same instrument.
Pierse Eye Speculum
blades 11.0 mm wide, spread 20.0 mm Pierse Eye speculum is a commonly used tool when visualization of the globe is desired during routine ophthalmologic examination. The lightweight design allows for quick palpebral opening and inspecting of the anterior ocular surface. The speculum is equipped with 11.0 mm wide blades and a 20.0 mm spread.
Pierse Fixation Forceps
3-3/4" (9.5 cm) Pierse Fixation Forceps are ideal for holding in place tissue during ophthalmologic procedures. The delicate teeth on the forceps are ideal for handling and fixing fine tissue such as the cornea without crushing. Two different tooth sizes are available on the forceps depending on surgical preference.
Pierse-Type Colibri Forceps
pierse-type tips, 3-1/8" (8.0 cm) Pierse-Type Colibri Forceps are an excellent instrument during corneal surgery. The curved tip aides in grasping corneal tissue with minimal trauma or crushing, and are also useful for corneo-scleral suturing. Two different tooth sizes are available with the forceps depending on surgical preference.
Polack Double Corneal Forceps
prongs 5.0 mm from angle to tip, 1x2 teeth, flat handle, 2-3/4" (7.0 cm) Polack Double Corneal Forceps are a specialty tool used in operations of the cornea. The forceps are to be used for the first corneal suture in a keratoplasty. The graft is gently grasped by the fine toothed forceps at the junction between the epithelium and the stroma. The spread between the tips is 1.0 mm, while the serrated handle ensures a firm grip during the procedure.
Randolph Cyclodialysis Cannula
front air injection port, 12.0 mm angled tip, 19-gauge Randolph Cyclodialysis Cannula is a commonly used tool in glaucoma procedures. The cannula is frequently used to irrigate the anterior chamber once a communication has been established between the anterior chamber and the suprachoroidial space. The cannula has a front injection air port and features a flat tip or thin spatula blade depending on surgical preference.
Rizzuti Superior Rectus Forceps
45 degree angle shafts, 7.0 mm from tip to bend, curved tips w/ 1x2 teeth, serrated cross-action handle, 3.8" (9.7 cm) Rizzuti Superior Rectus Forceps are a commonly used tool for strabismus and muscle recession procedures. The forceps have a 10 mm tip designed to handle to full width of the muscle insertion. The tips also feature 1x2 teeth for a firm grip of the muscle without slippage. Finally, a serrated cross-action handle ensures the surgeon proper control during the procedure.
Rosenbaum-Drews Iris Retractor
4.0 mm wide blade, delrin, 5-1/8" (13.0 cm) Rosenbaum-Drews Iris Retractor is a useful tool in cataract and refractive procedures. The retractors features a 4.0mm wide blade designed to selectively retract the iris tissue with minimal tissue damage. The heavy-set handle aids in creating a firm grip for the physician or assistant. The retractor is angled left or right depending on surgical preference.
Sauer Speculum
blades 21.0 mm wide, spread 32.0 mm Sauer Speculum is a frequently used tool in visualizing the globe during ophthalmologic procedures. The closed blade design allows for a more controlled retraction with guard to prevent obstruction from eyelashes. Two different seizes are available depending on surgical preference.
Sauer Suture Forceps
1x2 teeth at oblique angle to shaft, 3-3/8" (8.6 cm) Sauer Suture Forceps are a general purpose tool used in ophthalmologic operations. The wide angled teeth are useful in grasping the suturing needle or tissue during wound closure for a variety of operations. In addition, the oblique angle of the teeth to the shaft facilitates grasping in more difficult to reach areas of the globe.
Schaff Foreign Body Forceps
grooved jaw, 4-1/8" (10.5 cm)Schafff Foreign Body Forceps are a commonly used tool to extract foreign material in the globe following trauma. The grooved jaw allows for the cupping of foreign material regardless of its unique shape. The angled tips provide access to difficult to reach areas to debride the globe or lids of material.