Strabismus Eye Scissors

Description

Strabismus Eye Scissors

Strabismus eye scissors are made for eye muscle surgery. This pair measures 11.5 cm, with curved or straight blades. They help you open conjunctiva and free tissue around the muscles.

A Look at Muscle Surgery

In strabismus surgery, the surgeon reaches a muscle, then moves or shortens it. First, the conjunctiva and Tenon’s tissue must open. Then the muscle needs freeing from nearby tissue. These scissors help at both stages.

Curved Blades or Straight Blades

Curved blades follow the globe as you dissect around a muscle. On the other hand, straight blades give simple, direct cuts in conjunctiva. Many surgeons keep both on the tray.

Strabismus Handling Points

Strabismus scissors are generally blunt at the tips. So they spread tissue without piercing the sclera. Also hold them with the tips angled slightly up, so you can watch the cut.

• 11.5 cm length for good reach
• Curved blades for dissection
• Straight blades for direct cuts
• Suited to muscle and conjunctival work

Who Buys Strabismus Scissors

Paediatric and adult strabismus surgeons are the main buyers. Also general ophthalmic theatres keep a pair for occasional muscle cases. Teaching hospitals often order extra pairs, because trainees use them a lot.

Care After Each List

Flush the scissors under the tap after the list. Then scrub the box joint, dry it, and add a touch of oil. Finally, check that the blades meet evenly from heel to tip.

Strabismus scissors ship non-sterile and work for years with consistent cleaning and sterilization. We specify stainless steel per ASTM F899, and checks happen in the United States. Both blade shapes enjoy a written promise of three years against manufacturing defects. For finer spring scissors with tip choices, see the Westcott tenotomy pattern. More is in our eye muscle and ophthalmic tools, and the FAQ page answers order questions.

Professional use only. Read about cleaning and sterilizing and shipping before you buy.