Castroviejo Corneal Scissors – Curved, Blunt Tips

lower blade 0.5 mm longer than upper blade, 10.0 mm lower blade, 4-1/4" (11.0 cm) Castroviejo Corneal Section Scissors are a useful tool in performing a sclerocorneal section to gain access to the anterior chamber of the eye or lens during a cataract operation. The 0.5 mm difference in length between the lower and upper blades give the surgeon increased control while accommodating to the curvature and thickness of the cornea. Both right and left curvatures are available on the scissors to accommodate a variety of surgical preferences.

micro pattern, lower blade 0.5 mm longer than upper blade, 6.0 mm lower blade, blunt tips, 4-1/8" (10.5 cm) Castroviejo Corneal Section Scissors are a unique tool in performing a sclerocorneal section to gain access to the anterior chamber of the eye or lens during a cataract operation. The micro pattern of the blades is intended for extremely delicate cuts of the corneal tissue. The scissors feature blunt tips to minimize extraneous tissue damage. Both right and left curvatures are available on the scissors to accommodate a variety of surgical preferences.

miniature pattern, blunt tips, 4-1/8" (10.5 cm) Enucleation Scissors are ideal for excising the globe following an infection or trauma. The scissors feature a thick concave blade and a thin convex one. The thick blade allows the surgeon to push the globe anteriorly, gaining access to sever the optic nerve. The scissors are available in three different curvatures depending on surgical need.

wide handle, curved blunt tips, 5-1/2" (14.0 cm)  Westcott Tenotomy Scissors are a commonly used tool in ophthalmologic procedures. The scissors are designed to cut the tendonous insertion of the extra-ocular muscles or for the incision of Tenon's capsule. The wide, spring loaded handle of the scissors is designed to reduce physician fatigue while providing increased control. The scissors are available in either a right or left handed model depending on physician preference.