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[Combined foreign body and paracentesis needle with interchangeable cone (Luer system)]
Klinische Monatsblatter Fur Augenheilkunde
|November 1, 1990
Summary
An ophthalmochirurgical instrument was designed for deep corneal foreign bodies and cyst punction. Its standardized Luer-conus allows attachment of any hypodermic needle for versatile ophthalmic surgical procedures.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmic surgery
- Surgical instrumentation
Context:
- Corneal procedures often require specialized instruments for deep access.
- Standardization of instrument interfaces is crucial for versatility.
Purpose:
- To design and present a novel ophthalmosurgical instrument.
- To facilitate deep corneal procedures and improve instrument adaptability.
Summary:
- The designed instrument features a standardized Luer-conus.
- This allows for the attachment of any Luer-system hypodermic needle.
- It is suitable for deep foreign body removal, calculi infarcts, cyst puncture, and paracentesis.
Impact:
- Enhances versatility in ophthalmic surgical procedures.
- Potentially improves efficiency and safety in treating corneal conditions.
- Promotes wider adoption of standardized components in surgical tools.