Weisman-Pederson Vaginal Speculum
Weisman-Pederson Vaginal Speculum is a double-bladed speculum with a screw mechanism to keep the blades open once inserted into the vaginal canal. The instrument is available in various blade sizes and angles to accommodate a wide range of cases. The speculums are also available with right or left opening to aid the operator in visualization and/or procedures in the vaginal canal.
Wells Enucleation Spoon
12.0 mm, 5-1/2" (14.0 cm)Wells Enucleation Spoon is a frequently used tool during extraction procedures. The spoon is designed to help ease the globe out of the orbit and to assist in visualizing the tendonous insertion of the ocular muscles for incision. The tool features an indentation to accommodate for the optic nerve and vessels.
Welsh Flat Olive Tip Cannula
25-gauge  Welsh Flat Olive Tip Cannula is a useful tool in cataract procedures. The olive tip of the cannula is designed to create a space for aspiration between the anterior capsule and the surrounding tissue. The shaft of the cannula is available curved right, left, or straight depending on surgical preference.
Wertheim Pedicle Clamp
Wertheim Pedicle Clamp
10" (25.4 cm)
Wertheim Pedicle Clamp is most often used in situations that require the need to clamp off blood vessels or tumor pedicles. In this case, the clamp can be held in place due to the ratchet on the ring-handles, and can be released when desired. The curved, serrated jaws also help to reduce trauma to the area being grasped.
Wertheim-Cullen Pedicle Clamp
Right angle jaws w/ longitudinal serrations, 2" (5.1 cm) long, 8-1/2" (21.6 cm)
Wertheim-Cullen Pedicle Clamp is a length of 8 ½" and contains a ratchet mechanism on the inner ring-handles. The 2" right angle jaws with longitudinal serrations can primarily be used in surgical operations to clamp pedicles, especially ones from tumors.
Westcott Conjunctival Scissors
blunt tips, wide handle, slightly curved, 5" (12.5 cm)Â Conjunctival Scissors are an excellent tool in ophthalmologic surgeries. The curved blades are ideal for elevating the conjunctival flap and separating it from the underlying sclera to gain further access. The model features a wide handle designed to reduce physician fatigue during the procedure. Blunt tips are designed to minimize trauma to the surrounding globe.
Westcott Stitch Scissors
sharp tips, curved Westcott Stich Scissors are a particularly useful tool in posteroperative management of ophthalmologic procedures. The curved sharp blade is designed to remove stitches from the conjunctiva or eyelids following an incision. The extended length model is useful for accessing difficult areas while causing minimal surgical obstruction. A wide handle model is available on the scissors depending on surgical preference.
Westcott Tenotomy Scissors
curved, blunt tips, 4-1/2" (11.5 cm)Â Westcott Tenotomy Scissors are a commonly used tool in ophthalmologic procedures. The scissors are designed to cut the tendonous insertion of the extra-ocular muscles or for the incision of Tenon's capsule. The scissors are available in either a right or left handed model depending on physician preference. Blunt tips are designed to reduce extraneous tissue damage to the globe.
Westcott Tenotomy Scissors – Wide Handle
wide handle, curved blunt tips, 5-1/2" (14.0 cm) Â Westcott Tenotomy Scissors are a commonly used tool in ophthalmologic procedures. The scissors are designed to cut the tendonous insertion of the extra-ocular muscles or for the incision of Tenon's capsule. The wide, spring loaded handle of the scissors is designed to reduce physician fatigue while providing increased control. The scissors are available in either a right or left handed model depending on physician preference.
Westcott Utility Scissors
curved, round sharp tips, 5-1/8" (13.0 cm)Westcott Utility Scissors are a general purpose tool for a variety of ophthalmologic procedures. The rounded sharp blades are delicate enough for fine incisions, such as the reflection of the conjunctival flap. The increased length of the scissors allows the surgeon access to difficult areas without compromising control.
Wheeler Cyclodialysis Spatula
double-ended, 1.75 mm x 30.0 mm silver blades, slightly curved, 5-1/2" (14.0 cm)Wheeler Cyclodialysis Spatula is a commonly used tool in the treatment of glaucoma. The spatula is used in the procedure to dissociate the ciliary body from the sclera. Further, the tool may be used to enlarge an incision from a sclerectomy if desired. The double-ended blade is designed to reduce operating time.
Wheeler Discission Knife
1 mm x 18 mm blade, 4-5/8" (11.7 cm)Â Wheeler Discission Knife is a commonly used instrument in cataract procedures. The knife is commonly used in the discission technique, in which a knife is used to open the lens capsule to expose the contents. The knife features a thin sharp blade for quick precision cuts without ruffling of the capsular tissue.