O’Gawa Irrigating/Aspirating Cannula

Description

O’Gawa Irrigating/Aspirating Cannula

The O’Gawa aspirating cannula is a manual irrigation and aspiration tool for cataract surgery. It brings fluid in and draws cortex out through one slim shaft. The listing shows two size values, 0.90×32.0mm and 20 gauge.

Understanding the sizes

A 0.90mm outer size sits very close to 20 gauge. So these two values likely describe the same shaft in two ways, with 32.0mm as the working length. If you need one or the other, select it at checkout. When in doubt, ask us before ordering. Summary:

• Size: 0.90×32.0mm
• Size: 20 gauge
• Irrigating and aspirating channels
• Hub fittings for line and syringe

A 32mm reach

A 32mm working length reaches across the chamber from a standard wound. Therefore, you can clear cortex at the far side without awkward angles. A shorter tool may suit side port work better, though.

Working the cortex

Prime the inflow first and check the chamber stays deep. Then turn the port up and engage a strand of cortex. Draw it to the center before you aspirate fully. Also, keep the port in view at all times.

When to choose the O’Gawa

Pick this pattern if you like a single shaft I/A tool with a long reach. By contrast, a double barreled design suits those who want separate tubes. Many surgeons keep both on the tray, since each reaches different areas with ease.

Flushing the O’Gawa channels

Flush both channels right after the case. Next, soak the cannula in an enzyme cleaner and rinse again. Dry the bores with filtered air. It comes non-sterile; clean and sterilize the O’Gawa aspirating cannula before its first use and after each case.

Order notes for the O’Gawa cannula

Whichever size you pick, the warranty term is three years against manufacturing defects. Our stainless follows ASTM F899. See all manual I/A cannulas in our eye category. For a two tube design, view the Gills-Welsh double barreled cannula. Our question page explains orders.

Sold for professional use. Check our reprocessing tips and transit times before ordering.