Product Overview
The Scleral Depressor is a highly specialized ophthalmic diagnostic and surgical instrument characterized by its rigid shaft and a 6.0mm wide-bar distal tip. Used primarily during indirect ophthalmoscopy and vitreoretinal surgery, this “beast” allows the clinician to gently depress the globe over a wider surface area compared to traditional tear-drop configurations. Forged from high-tensile surgical steel, its broad bar geometry distributes pressure evenly across a larger structural footprint, providing a stable “dead-lock” on the ocular wall for a “liquid-smooth” dynamic examination while significantly reducing localized patient discomfort.
Key Features
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“Beast-Bite” 6.0mm Wide-Bar Tip: The distal tip features a hand-milled, 6.0mm wide horizontal bar. This elongated profile conforms beautifully to the equatorial curvature of the globe, allowing the surgeon to examine wide swathes of the peripheral retina or ora serrata without constantly shifting the instrument.
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Atraumatic High-Mirror Finish: The entire working surface of the wide bar is finished to a high-mirror polish with perfectly rounded edges. This guarantees a “liquid-smooth” translation across the bulbar conjunctiva or eyelids without creating micro-abrasions or painful friction.
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Rigid Slim-Line Shaft: Features a robust, non-flexing shaft designed to transmit direct tactile sensitivity back to the clinician’s fingers, allowing for precise control over the depth of indentation.
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Ergonomic Pocket-Clip Handle: Equipped with a lightweight, balanced handle featuring a convenient pocket clip for secure transport in clinical attire. The textured grip ensures the instrument remains completely stationary in the hand during dynamic rotation.
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Surgical-Grade Resilience: Manufactured from premium, hardened stainless steel. It is built to withstand repeated exposure to chemical disinfectants and high-heat sterilization cycles without losing its micro-smooth surface properties.
