McPherson-Westcott Stitch Scissors

delicate, blunt tips, angled, 4-1/8" (10.5 cm) Castroviejo Corneal Scissors are a commonly used tool in ophthalmologic procedures. The delicate pattern is designed to give the surgeon increased control in making incisions around the cornea to gain access to the anterior chamber. The scissors feature blunt tips designed to reduce trauma to the surrounding sections of the globe.

lower blade 0.5 mm longer than upper blade, 10.0 mm lower blade, 4-1/4" (11.0 cm) Castroviejo Corneal Section Scissors are a useful tool in performing a sclerocorneal section to gain access to the anterior chamber of the eye or lens during a cataract operation. The 0.5 mm difference in length between the lower and upper blades give the surgeon increased control while accommodating to the curvature and thickness of the cornea. Both right and left curvatures are available on the scissors to accommodate a variety of surgical preferences.

small curved blades, sharp tips, 4" (10.0 cm) McPherson-Westcott Stich Scissors are a particularly useful tool in posteroperative management of ophthalmologic procedures. The curved sharp blade is designed to remove stitches from the conjunctiva or eyelids following an incision. The micro pattern of the blades is intended for cuts requiring the utmost precision. The scissors are available solely in a right-handed model.

wide handle, curved blunt tips, 5-1/2" (14.0 cm)  Westcott Tenotomy Scissors are a commonly used tool in ophthalmologic procedures. The scissors are designed to cut the tendonous insertion of the extra-ocular muscles or for the incision of Tenon's capsule. The wide, spring loaded handle of the scissors is designed to reduce physician fatigue while providing increased control. The scissors are available in either a right or left handed model depending on physician preference.