Castroviejo Scissors

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.

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.

large ribbon ring handles with flat shanks, smooth rounded blades, 4" (10.0 cm) Aebli Corneal Scissors are a multipurpose tool used in a variety ophthalmologic operations. The scissors may be used to excise the insertion of the extra-ocular muscles. The large ribbon handles combined with smooth rounded blades ensure a flush cut on the ocular surface. The scissors are available in either a straight or curved profile depending on surgical preference.

standard pattern, sharp tips, 4-1/2" (11.5 cm) Iris Scissors are a multipurpose tool used in ophthalmologic and general surgery procedures. The scissors may be used for manipulating and incising tissue in an iridectomy or iridotomy. The spring loaded design with widely spaced handle gives the surgeon optimal control during the procedure. The scissors come in straight or curved patterns depending on surgical preference.