Ophthalmic Cannulas for Eye Surgery

An ophthalmic cannula is a small, hollow surgical instrument used to deliver, remove, or control fluids during eye procedures. Ophthalmic cannulas are commonly used for irrigation, aspiration, infusion, and fluid management during delicate eye surgery.

Ophthalmic cannulas are used for procedures such as cataract surgery, retinal surgery, anterior chamber procedures, irrigation and aspiration, and controlled fluid or medication delivery.

Common types include aspiration cannulas, irrigating cannulas, infusion cannulas, anesthesia cannulas, lacrimal cannulas, and aspiration-irrigation cannulas. The Intubation Healthcare collection also includes Bonn, Simcoe, Lewicky, Stevens, Troutman, and other specialized designs.

An aspiration cannula is designed to help remove fluids or material during an ophthalmic procedure. Different designs and sizes are available depending on the surgical application and required level of fluid control.

An irrigating cannula is used to deliver fluid into the surgical area during an eye procedure. Intubation Healthcare offers irrigating cannulas with different tip designs, including flat, round, and spatulated tips.

A Simcoe cannula is an ophthalmic aspiration-irrigation instrument designed to support controlled fluid management during eye surgery. The Intubation Healthcare collection includes a 23-gauge Simcoe aspiration-irrigation cannula with a 0.3 mm aspiration port.

A sub-Tenon anesthesia cannula is designed for controlled delivery of local anesthetic in ophthalmic procedures. The collection includes Corbin and Stevens sub-Tenon anesthesia cannulas in 23-gauge designs.

The appropriate gauge depends on the specific procedure, required fluid flow, cannula design, and the surgeon's technique. The collection includes several gauges, including 19G, 23G, 25G, 26G, and 31G models. Always select the size according to the procedure and manufacturer's specifications.

Many of the ophthalmic cannulas in the Intubation Healthcare collection are made from stainless steel. The collection describes its reusable cannulas as precision-engineered stainless-steel instruments designed for durability, corrosion resistance, and repeated sterilization according to applicable instructions.

Choose an ophthalmic cannula based on the intended procedure, whether aspiration, irrigation, infusion, anesthesia, or another application; then consider the required gauge, tip shape, length, and cannula design. Always verify the product specifications and follow the manufacturer's instructions for use.