Clayman Forceps

Description

Clayman Forceps

The Clayman forceps hold intraocular lenses during cataract surgery. Smooth jaws grip the lens without scratching it.

Size of the Clayman forceps

They measure 8 cm. That suits the small field of eye surgery. Meanwhile, the short length gives precise control.

Smooth jaws

The jaws have no teeth. As a result, the lens optic stays unmarked. Besides, that protects vision after surgery.

Typical use

Eye surgeons use it to place lenses in the capsular bag. In addition, it helps with lens exchange. It also suits teaching.

Technique

Grip the lens at the haptic or edge. Then guide it through the incision. Also, release once the lens sits in place.

Pairing

Shepard forceps and lens hooks work beside it. Together they handle insertion. Furthermore, many cataract trays carry one.

Checking the jaws

Hold the jaws up to a lamp and look for any gap. A gap lets the lens slip, so set that pair aside.

Lens types for Clayman forceps

Smooth jaws like these suit most foldable and rigid lenses. However, always follow the lens maker’s advice on handling, because some lenses need a specific grip or an injector.

Clayman forceps details

• 8 cm overall
• Smooth lens-holding jaws
• Reusable steel

Jaw care

Rinse the jaws in sterile water. Dry them gently. Afterwards, store with a guard.

Order details

Lens forceps like the Clayman carry three years against manufacturing defects. Smooth jaws included. A staff member in Atlanta reviews every forceps with care before the courier comes. Check our growing general surgical instruments for more. We gladly confirm details on request. For a next step, consider our Shepard forceps. Surgical stainless steel meets a public standard, ASTM F899. The questions page explains common order questions. A second forceps on standby helps on busy days.

For clinical professionals. Our care and cleaning page discusses image variation plus nickel content. Courier details sit on the shipping policy.