Ophthalmic Products
Ophthalmic Equipment Website
March 17, 2009 11:19 am | Keeler Instruments | Product Releases | CommentsOphthalmic and medical equipment manufacturer Keeler Instruments has launched a redesigned website to better meet the needs of its internet customers in the ophthalmic, surgical and veterinary ophthalmic markets. The new site, accessible at www.Keelerusa.com, includes detailed product information and allows customers to buy instruments directly online.
LISTED UNDER: Ophthalmic ProductsCorneal Marking Pad
January 23, 2009 7:56 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe Aspen Surgical Corneal Marking Pad is used to coat corneal markers to imprint a pattern on the cornea during eye surgery. The Corneal Marking Pad is convenient because it can be used with many refractive/corneal marking instruments and is reliable with the imprint remaining for the duration of the surgery.
LISTED UNDER: Ophthalmic ProductsScissors for Lacrimal Punctoplasty
April 25, 2007 6:46 am | Katena Products, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Tibolt Punctal Scissors (K4-3130) facilitates an easier and more effective two-snip lacrimal punctoplasty. When performing this procedure with conventional scissors there is a tendency for the tips to slip off, rather than engage, the dense ring of fibroelastic tissue as the blades close. To address this problem, this scissors features a conical lower blade to support the punctal ring during approximation of the blades; a textured surface to immobilize the punctal ring as pressure of approximation builds and micro grooves to engage the punctal ring while cutting.
LISTED UNDER: Ophthalmic ProductsToric Lens Manipulator
April 25, 2007 6:46 am | Katena Products, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Lu Irrigating Toric Lens Manipulator (K7-5780) safely manipulates and rotates a Toric lens into position while maintaining the chamber. It features a slightly recessed bulbous shaped tip at the end of a 20 gauge thin wall irrigation tube. The final alignment is accomplished with the Irrigating Lens Manipulator as it maintains the anterior chamber, avoids damaging the posterior capsule and safely rotates the lens around by the haptic.
LISTED UNDER: Ophthalmic ProductsOphthalmic Scissors
April 25, 2007 6:46 am | Katena Products, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsKatena has introduced two new scissors for efficient excision of the endothelial layer during DLEK procedures. Both scissors feature long, thin blades with blunted tips which are precisely set to insure a clean cut all the way to the tip. The medium curved scissors (K4-2041) are used for the primary excision of the dissected lamella while the strongly curved scissors (K4-2042) are used to complete the excision along the inferior rim.
LISTED UNDER: Ophthalmic ProductsOphthalmic Nucleus Cracker
January 12, 2007 9:51 am | Katena Products, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Ernest Micro Nucleus Cracker forceps (K5-7242) was designed for surgeons who utilize a nucleus cracking technique through a micro incision. It is identical to the original Ernest Nucleus Cracker with a modified cross-action mechanism. This modification allows the surgeon to crack the nucleus through a 2.
LISTED UNDER: Ophthalmic ProductsMICS Capsulorrhexis Forceps
December 18, 2006 11:02 am | Katena Products, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe surgeon-designed Giannetti MICS Capsulorrhexis Forceps performs a capsulorrhexis through a 1.5-mm micro incision. It features very thin shanks that are less than 1 mm wide in the closed position and are limited to a maximum spread of 2 mm. The extremely small, delicate tips can be used to make the initial tear as well as to grasp the capsule while performing a capsulorrhexis.
LISTED UNDER: Ophthalmic ProductsMicro Incision Nucleus Division Cannula
August 11, 2006 6:18 am | Katena Products, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThis new 23-gauge cannula (K7-5462) has been designed to perform micro incision nucleus division using the HydroChop technique. It features a vertically flattened tip which is easily inserted into the central core of the nucleus. The nucleus is then “hydrochopped” as a small amount of fluid is forced through the dual 0.
LISTED UNDER: Ophthalmic ProductsNucleus Division & Fragment Manipulation Deivce
August 11, 2006 6:18 am | Katena Products, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Giannetti HydroChopper (K7-5885) features a unique chopping tip which is ideal for both nucleus division and for manipulating fragments within the capsular bag. The hourglass shaped tip has a blunted distal end to protect the posterior capsule and semi-sharp sides which aid in efficient horizontal chopping.
LISTED UNDER: Ophthalmic ProductsIrrigating Endothelial Stripper
July 12, 2006 10:49 am | Katena Products, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Rosenwasser Irrigating Endothelial Stripper (K7-5897) is designed to strip the endothelial layer during Descemet's Stripping Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSEK) procedures. It features a thin, semi-circular tip which is angled 90 degrees upward from the irrigation tube to gently peel and remove the endothelial layer.
LISTED UNDER: Ophthalmic ProductsDonor Lamella Inserting Forceps
May 12, 2006 11:59 am | Katena Products, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe new Rosenwasser forceps (K5-8010) was designed for inserting the donor tissue during lamellar surgery. It features very thin vaulted shanks and a unique pre-calibrated heel stop. This design prevents the tips from completely closing, providing enough space to securely hold the folded endothelial tissue without crushing it.
LISTED UNDER: Ophthalmic ProductsLacrimal Cannula
April 12, 2006 10:40 am | Katena Products, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Burnstine Lacrimal Cannula was developed for lacrimal irrigation. The 23 gauge cannula features an end opening port for direct irrigation and a tapered tip for ease of entry into an undilated punctum. The 13-mm length makes it ideal to probe as well as irrigate the proximal lacrimal system, eliminating the need for placement of Bowman probes to measure canalicular obstruction.
LISTED UNDER: Ophthalmic ProductsFlap Stretching Forceps
April 12, 2006 10:40 am | Katena Products, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe surgeon designed Kurstin Flap Stretching Forceps (K5-5056) helps eliminate post-operative striae in the LASIK flap. It features disc-shaped tips with delicate serrations to atraumatically grasp and stretch the flap. The instrument’s designed uses two forceps simultaneously to stretch the flap in opposing directions to straighten any micro striae.
LISTED UNDER: Ophthalmic ProductsOphthalmic Chopper
April 12, 2006 10:40 am | Katena Products, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Lesieur HydroChopper is designed to efficiently chop and manipulate the nucleus without endangering the posterior capsule. It features a smooth, flat tip that extends from the anterior surface of the irrigator. This unique design reduces the overall tip length and allows the surgeon to see the chopper at all times for improved safety.
LISTED UNDER: Ophthalmic ProductsIrrigating Chopper for Cataract Surgery
April 12, 2006 10:40 am | Katena Products, Inc. | Product Releases | CommentsThe Alio-Prats Irrigating “Stinger” features a bullet-shaped head for ease of insertion and a blunt “stinger-shaped” chopping tip. The Irrigating “Stinger” is useful as a chopper and dissector of soft and hard cataracts. Additionally, the unique “stinger” design enables the surgeon to remove fragments from underneath the iris, which are located peripherally inside the capsular bag or at the sulcus.
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