Calipers
Ophthalmic calipers are surgical measuring instruments that are used to measure tissue, plan incisions, and check the dimensions from the ocular surface. This handheld tool helps in controlled calculation of the distances during eye surgery procedures. The different tips and configurations help the surgeon to manipulate fine tissues.
AzeeMed offers several options in German stainless steel for accurate handling in a procedure.
Types of Ophthalmic Calipers
The ophthalmic calipers are of four types, which include fixed and adjustable, with internal and corneal formats to measure fine tissues. Fixed calipers feature set measurements, while the adjustable ones adapt to specific distances. For deeper and confined areas, the internal calipers are used.
Lastly, corneal calipers are made particularly for the calculation of the cornea’s dimensions in cataract procedures. Each surgical procedure demands different levels of accuracy and measurement, so the choice depends on the type of surgery.
Types of Ophthalmic Calipers
| Instruments | Configuration | |
| Castroviejo Caliper Titanium | Features a compact design and titanium construction. | Calculating fine measurements in confined surgical areas. |
| Braunstein Fixed Caliper | Features double-ended fixed tips. | For marking sclerotomy sites and measuring corneal and limbal distances. |
| Castroviejo Laser Caliper | Features a fine thumb-screw that holds the pointed tip. | Measuring muscle recession and corneal thickness in eye procedures. |
| D&K Braunstein Fixed Caliper Titanium | Features a double-ended design and a round handle. | Calculating accurate surgical measurements. |
| Braunstein Fixed Caliper Titanium | Follows a fixed-caliper design in a titanium model. | Supporting uniform measurements during surgical procedures. |
| Thorpe Caliper | Features a slide-rule build for measurement tasks. | Supporting measurements and alignment in eye surgeries. |
| Stahl Corneal Caliper | Features a scale for measuring dimensions. | Measuring corneal dimensions. |
| D&K Castroviejo Caliper Titanium | Features fine titanium and straight tips. | Measuring small and confined surgical areas. |
| Internal Caliper | Features straight tips and a fine measuring scale | Providing fine, controlled spacing and marking of internal ocular tissues |
How to Choose Ophthalmic Calipers
The following factors need to be considered before getting calipers:
- Align the tip pattern and adjustments with the area and distances that need to be measured.
- Select a toothed tip for a stronger grip.
- Choose flat tips for fine tissues and root shape.
- Choose the handle grip and length for comfortable movement.
- Choose the style and dimensions for the procedures.
- Select reusable, autoclavable construction for reprocessing.
- Check the customization options.
- Choose a titanium and German stainless steel build for reprocessing.
- For orders, confirm certifications of the dental forceps manufacturer.
Pair ophthalmic calipers with fixation forceps
Pair calipers with fixation forceps for stabilizing and holding the eyeball during the measurement process in ophthalmic procedures. You can browse Azeemeds' ophthalmic instruments range in German stainless steel to add to your set.
FAQs
Q1: What are the uses of calipers in ophthalmology?
Calipers are measuring surgical instruments that are used to take accurate dimensions and measure distances during eye surgeries.
Q2: What is the Castroviejo caliper used for?
A Castroviejo caliper is a specific ophthalmic instrument that is used to measure and mark the tiny dimensions and structural margins in fine eye or corneal procedures. It includes titanium and straight-tip laser-caliper options in its caliper range.
Q3: How can I pick the right medical calipers for a surgery?
You should align the instrument length and tips to its type and material. For specific calipers, medical adjustments might be required through customization. So the right ones vary with the surgery.
Q4: Can I get ophthalmic calipers in stainless steel?
Yes. You can get ophthalmic calipers in German stainless steel with titanium tips from the AzeeMed online store in different configurations and sizes.
