Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

Ophthalmic pre-inked marking pad.

L Allarakhia1, S P Thornton

  • 1Department of Research and Development, Visitec Company, Sarasota, Florida.

Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
|May 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Corneal diameter gauge.

Journal of cataract and refractive surgery·1994
Same author

Inverse arcuate incision: a new approach to the correction of astigmatism.

Journal of refractive and corneal surgery·1994
Same author

Astigmatic keratotomy with corneal relaxing incisions.

International ophthalmology clinics·1994
Same author

Accommodation with monofocal IOLs.

Ophthalmology·1992
Same author

Transverse astigmatic keratotomy.

Journal of cataract and refractive surgery·1991
Same author

Irrigation, aspiration, and polishing cannula.

Journal of cataract and refractive surgery·1991
Same journal

Comment on: Use of intracameral antibiotics prophylaxis in patients with posterior capsule rupture during cataract surgery: systemic review and meta-analysis.

Journal of cataract and refractive surgery·2026
Same journal

Dehydration and Rehydration Behavior of Ultra-High-Fluence Extracorporeal Cross-Linked Corneal Allogenic Intrastromal Ring Segments (ECO-CAIRS).

Journal of cataract and refractive surgery·2026
Same journal

Multimodal Deep Learning for Predicting Postoperative Vault and Selecting ICL Sizes Using AS-OCT and UBM Images.

Journal of cataract and refractive surgery·2026
Same journal

Reply: Evaluating large language models vs residents in cataract and refractive surgery: comparative analysis using the American Academy of Ophthalmology Self-Assessment Program.

Journal of cataract and refractive surgery·2026
Same journal

Comment on: Evaluating large language models vs residents in cataract and refractive surgery: comparative analysis using the American Academy of Ophthalmology Self-Assessment Program.

Journal of cataract and refractive surgery·2026
Same journal

Intracorneal Ring Segment Implantation with Epithelium-off Accelerated Cross-Linking for Pediatric Keratoconus: A 7-Year Retrospective Analysis.

Journal of cataract and refractive surgery·2026
See all related articles

A new disposable pre-inked marking pad offers convenient and reliable surgical site marking. Its gentian violet ink transfers effectively to skin and eye tissues, remaining visible for hours.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Surgical Innovation

Background:

  • Surgical marking is crucial for accurate incision and suture placement.
  • Existing methods often rely on traditional marking pens and inks.
  • These methods may have limitations in terms of convenience and clarity on certain tissues.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and evaluate a novel disposable pre-inked marking pad for surgical use.
  • To assess the pad's usability, compatibility, and ink transfer efficiency.
  • To determine the longevity and visibility of the ink marks on ocular and dermal tissues.

Main Methods:

  • Description of a new disposable pre-inked marking pad.
  • Evaluation of the pad's packaging, ease of use, and compatibility with standard surgical markers.
  • Testing the ink transfer and mark visibility on ocular (cornea, sclera) and skin surfaces.

Related Experiment Videos

  • Assessment of ink mark duration and fading characteristics, especially on moist tissues.

    • Main Results:

    • The disposable pre-inked marking pad is conveniently packaged and easy to handle.
    • It demonstrates compatibility with most surgical marking pens.
    • Gentian violet ink provides ideal transfer and clear marks on eye and skin tissues.
    • Marks remain visible for 2-4 hours, even on wet surfaces like the cornea and sclera.

    Conclusions:

    • The new disposable pre-inked marking pad is a practical and effective tool for surgical site marking.
    • It offers improved convenience and reliable mark visibility compared to some traditional methods.
    • Its performance on moist ocular tissues highlights its versatility in ophthalmic surgery.