Gills-Vannas Scissors

ribbon style ring handle, curved sharp pointed tipsStich 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 scissors are available in two different working lengths depending on surgical preference.

miniature pattern, 6.0 mm equal length blades, w/ lock, 4-1/2" (11.5 cm) Troutman-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 extended 10mm blades allow for quick and precise cuts through corneal tissue while reducing operating time. The locking mechanism allows the inner blade to remain stationary depending on physician preference. Both right and left curvature are available on the scissors to accommodate a variety of surgical needs.

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.

blunt tips, 4-1/8" (10.5 cm) Troutman-Katzin Corneal Transplant Scissors are a useful tool during Keratoplasty operations. The miniature pattern of the blades allows for precise incisions of the corneal tissue. The scissors feature a locking mechanism to immobilize the inner blade, allowing the surgeon more control during the procedure. The blunt tips are designed to reduce trauma to extraneous tissue.