Scheie Eye Knife

Description

Scheie Eye Knife

The Scheie eye knife takes its name from Harold Scheie, a leading American glaucoma surgeon. It is a fine, reusable blade for delicate anterior segment incisions. Surgeons who trained on classic steel knives often like its direct feel.

A Blade With Glaucoma Roots

Scheie worked on many glaucoma and anterior segment methods in the last century. So his name appears on several fine tools. This knife belongs to that group. Today, some surgeons still pick it when they want reusable steel rather than a disposable blade.

What the Listing Includes

• One pattern, with no size or edge options listed.
• A slim handle for a pencil grip.
• A fine working blade; check the photos for its profile.
• Delivery without sterile packing.

Reusable Steel Versus Disposables

Disposable blades are handy, yet some surgeons miss the balance of a steel handle. A reusable knife keeps the same feel case after case. However, it needs careful edge checks. If the edge dulls or chips, retire it rather than force it.

Protecting the Scheie Edge

Fine edges suffer from contact with other metal. Therefore, give the Scheie its own slot or a silicone guard. Clean it by hand or in a rack that holds it still. Then inspect the edge under a microscope before each use.

Passing and Placing in Theatre

Place it on the tray with the blade turned away from staff. When passing, hand it handle first and announce it. Also, never leave it loose under drapes. Simple rules like these prevent most sharps injuries.

Scheie Cover, Steel and Links

Your Scheie blade leaves us unsterilized. Run it through your own cycle first, and after that it keeps coming back for more lists. Should a flaw in making show up, Scheie buyers keep three years against manufacturing defects from the day of purchase. For the steel itself, we pick a stainless grade in line with ASTM F899. Browse our ophthalmic knives and instruments or see the Barkan blade. Our FAQ page covers orders and returns.

The Scheie knife is meant for trained professional use. Please read our reprocessing advice and how parcels reach you.