McPherson Tying Forceps
3.5 mm smooth platform, 5.0 mm jaws, 3-1/8" (8.0 cm)Â McPherson Tying Forceps are a useful tool in ophthalmologic procedures, particularly cataract surgeries. The smooth tips are ideal for handling the anterior capsular flap during removal of the native lens. The forceps are available in either angled or straight jaws depending on surgical preference.
Nugent Utility Forceps
10.0 mm jaws angled 45 degrees, 4-1/8" (10.5 cm) Nugent Utility Forceps are a general use tool designed for grasping eye tissue. The long 10 mm blade may be used to gently hold the conjunctiva, tendonous insertions of muscles, or lid tissue. Both smooth and serrated jaws are available depending on surgical preference.
O’Gawa Castroviejo Tying Forceps
straight shafts w/ 6.0 mm tying platform, wide serrated handle, 4.3" (10.8 cm)Â O'gawa Castroviejo Tying Forceps are an ideal tool during ophthalmologic procedures and post-operative wound care. The straight shaft design combined with the 6.0 mm tying platform facilitates handling both tissue and suturing material with one instrument. The wide serrated handle is designed to provide the physician an ideal grip during the operation.
O’Gawa Suture-Fixation Forceps
straight shafts, 5.5 mm tying platforms, round handle, 4-3/8" (11.1 cm)Â O'gawa Suture Fixation Forceps are a unique tool for delicate handling of globe tissue is needed during postoperative care. The oblique set teeth and extended length allows for a good grip of the globe at the level of the sclera to minimize movement. Two different tooth sizes are available with the forceps depending on surgical preference.
O’Gawa Tying Forceps
smooth, 0.5 mm platform, 0.3 mm gap at heel of platform, 4-3/8" (11.1 cm)Â O'gawa Tying Forceps are an excellent during ophthalmologic procedures and post-operative wound care, including a limbal paracentesis defect. The 0.3 mm gap at the tying platform ensures an evenly spaced tips during suturing. The wide serrated handle is designed to provide the physician an ideal grip during the operation. Both straight and angled models are available for the suture.
Osher Capsule-Foreign Body Forceps
fine 3.0 mm platform, angled 60 degrees, 10.0 mm from angle to tip, serrated handle, 3.1" (8.0 cm)Â Osher Capsule-Foreign Body Forceps are a unique tool in cataract and ocular trauma procedures. The forceps may be used to extract foreign material between the anterior and posterior capsule or in other regions of the globe. The delicate tips combined with 60 degree angle allow for increased control and visibility.
Paufique Suture Forceps
1x2 strong teeth, w/ platform, 3-1/2" (9.0 cm)Â 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 Fixation Forceps
3-3/4" (9.5 cm)Â 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)Â 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)Â 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.
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)Â 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.
Sauer Suture Forceps
1x2 teeth at oblique angle to shaft, 3-3/8" (8.6 cm)Â 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.