McPherson-Westcott Stitch Scissors

small curved blades, sharp tips, 4" (10.0 cm) McPherson-Westcott Stich Scissors are a particularly useful tool in posteroperative management of ophthalmologic procedures. The curved sharp blade is designed to remove stitches from the conjunctiva or eyelids following an incision. The micro pattern of the blades is intended for cuts requiring the utmost precision. The scissors are available solely in a right-handed model.

curved, sharp blades, 8.0mm, 4" (10.2 cm) Castroviejo Scissors are a general purpose tool in a variety of ophthalmologic procedures. The spring action design allows for the delicate incision of tissue and is commonly used during Mohs procedures. The sharp blades allow for quick and accurate cuts with minimal extraneous damage. The curved profile of the blades allows for the contouring to the globe or periorbital surface.

curved, blunt tips, 4-1/2" (11.5 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 scissors are available in either a right or left handed model depending on physician preference. Blunt tips are designed to reduce extraneous tissue damage to the globe.

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.