Ophthalmic and Micro Surgical Instruments: Castroviejo Forceps and Fine Tools
Eye and microsurgery need instruments with tiny, perfectly aligned tips. Small defects that would not matter in general surgery can ruin a micro procedure.
Common instruments Castroviejo micro tissue forceps (with fine teeth) for holding delicate tissue such as cornea or conjunctiva; anatomic forceps for sutures and suture removal; Castroviejo needle holders with spring handles for very fine needles; Vannas and iris scissors for delicate cutting; speculums and lid retractors for eye exposure.
Uses Cataract, corneal, glaucoma and oculoplastic surgery; microvascular and hand surgery; plastic surgery; suture removal after eye or skin procedures.
Why they matter Light control and exact tip contact allow the surgeon to handle tissue with almost no pressure. Titanium versions are lighter and reduce fatigue in long procedures.
Quality and handling Tips must meet at the very point with no gap; spring tension must be gentle and even; surfaces must be smooth. Store micro instruments in protective holders so tips never touch other metal, and clean them separately, ideally with ultrasonic cleaning and tip protectors.
Care, cleaning and sterilization (IFU summary) Always follow the Instructions For Use (IFU) supplied with the instrument and your hospital's sterile-processing protocol. In general: rinse off blood and tissue promptly, never let them dry; open all box-locks and ratchets; clean with a neutral or enzymatic detergent and a soft brush (no steel wool or chlorine bleach); rinse with demineralized water; dry completely; lubricate hinges with an instrument-grade milk; then sterilize by a validated steam (autoclave) cycle. Inspect before every use and remove any instrument that is bent, cracked, stained, or has misaligned tips.
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