Noyes Corneal Section Scissors

Description

Noyes Corneal Section Scissors

Noyes corneal section scissors help extend a corneal or limbal wound. This pattern measures 15 cm. We describe it in plain terms, since users of corneal scissors already know their preferred technique.

Role of Corneal Section Scissors

First, a blade or keratome opens the eye. Then corneal section scissors can enlarge that opening along the limbus. In general, this approach appears in older extracapsular cataract techniques and some corneal procedures.

The 15 cm Noyes Length

The pattern comes in one size, 15 cm. That reach lets you rest your hand away from the face. Also it gives a little leverage as you cut along the wound.

Using Noyes Scissors With Care

Corneal tissue is firm but thin, so clean cuts matter. Therefore, keep the blades sharp and the cut steady.

• 15 cm length for comfortable reach
• Made for corneal and limbal wounds
• Used after a primary blade entry
• Reusable after sterilization

How Noyes Compares

Other corneal section scissors come in shorter lengths and with curved or straight blades. So if you want those choices, compare our other patterns. The Noyes pattern suits those who like a longer tool. Because it is long, it also suits surgeons who sit at the head of the table and reach forward.

Looking After Noyes Blades

After use, rinse the Noyes pair and work a soft brush around its hinge. Then let it dry completely. Also check the cutting edges under magnification, because a nick will tear corneal tissue.

Each pair ships non-sterile; once your team cleans and sterilizes it, it is reusable for later cases. Our stainless steel meets ASTM F899, with inspection done in the United States. Noyes buyers receive three years against manufacturing defects. For shorter sizes with blade choices, see the corneal section scissors. You can also visit our ophthalmology category page or the FAQ hub.

For professional surgical use only. Read our reprocessing guide and shipping terms.