Castroviejo Tenotomy Scissors

Description

Castroviejo Tenotomy Scissors

Castroviejo tenotomy scissors suit fine cuts near the eye muscles. Tenotomy means cutting a tendon, so the name points to strabismus work. We offer them in left and right orientation.

The job in strabismus surgery

In strabismus surgery, the surgeon moves or weakens an eye muscle. First, the conjunctiva and Tenon’s layer need opening. Then the muscle may be freed at its insertion. These scissors help with those fine, controlled cuts.

Left or right orientation

The blades favor one direction. So pick a side by the way your cuts run.

• Right: suits cuts that run one way.
• Left: suits cuts that run the other way.
• Both: helpful if you work on either eye often.

How they compare to Stevens scissors

Tenotomy-Stevens scissors use ring handles and come in many sizes. These Castroviejo scissors, by contrast, offer a choice of side. Many surgeons keep both, then pick by the step and the space.

Grip and control

Hold the scissors lightly and let the blades do the work. Short cuts give better control near the muscle. Also, keep the tips in sight at all times. When you need to spread tissue, open the blades slowly. This habit also guards the muscle from a stray snip.

Keeping them ready

Rinse the blades after each case. Next, brush the joint and dry fully. Then check that the tips meet cleanly. A guard over the tips stops damage in the tray. Finally, report any nick so the pair can go for repair.

Order and cover

Tenotomy pairs come non-sterile and are reusable after cleaning plus sterile processing. Castroviejo tenotomy blades carry three years against manufacturing defects on either side. Tenotomy steel meets ASTM F899. For ring-handled options, see the Stevens tenotomy pattern. Also browse our eye surgery products or the FAQ.

Tenotomy scissors for professional use only. See our reprocessing page and our delivery FAQ.