A Review on the Categorization of Biomedical Equipments used in Glaucoma Surgery

 

                    CATEGORIZATION OF BIO-MEDICAL EQUIPMENTS USED IN                                                         GLAUCOMA SURGERY

Glaucoma is a physiological condition that can affect a human eye’s optic nerve. It is caused when fluid builds up in the front part of the eye. That extra fluid tremendously enhances the pressure in the eye, severely damaging the optic nerve. The treatment includes laser surgery and incision surgery. Laser surgery is recommended before incision surgery, unless the eye pressure is very high or the optic nerve is highly damaged. During laser surgery, a focused beam of light is used to treat the eye; in contrast, incision surgery involves creating a drainage hole with the use of a small surgical ophthalmological tool.

 

The Ophthalmic Instruments used include Refraction chair unit, Ophthalmic operation table, Caliper Cannula, Forceps with teeth, Needle holder, Speculum, Tying forceps and Grasps.  Glaucoma Surgery is a common procedure that is used to treat glaucoma. The choice of surgical technique depends on the individual patient's situation. In order to choose the right bio-medical equipment for glaucoma surgery, it is important to understand the different techniques that are available. The use of the right ophthalmic instruments is critical for a successful clinical outcome.

Some of the clinically used ophthalmic instruments in Glaucoma Surgery include:

 

Ophthalmic Operation Table: Ophthalmic surgeries demand the patient to lie down so that the surgeon can perform the specific procedure. This is where it is used, as it is perfect for such surgeries. 

Refraction Chair Unit: It is one of the most commonly used ophthalmic instruments. It is used to evaluate the optometric health of the patient. These are found in eye clinics for vision exams, and the phoropter fixed to this unit is what would normally look to determine how accurate vision of a subject is. 

Micro-ophthalmic Instruments: These instruments are used during micro-level eye surgery. In a medical facility, it is important to have micro-ophthalmic instruments. 

Ophthalmic Knife: It is an eye knife made up of stainless steel, attached to a plastic handle. This gives the surgeon a firm grip on the instrument. The sharpness and precise incision by this blade makes it one of the most valuable tools in ophthalmic surgeries. 

Sterilization Trays: Eye procedures require extreme precision and care and so, the tools used should be kept disinfected and pathogens. The sterilization trays are used to put the tools in.

 

Right selection of instruments will be safe and will provide reliable and accurate clinical outcomes of Glaucoma Surgery while wrong selection of these instruments can be damaging for the eyes. With such delicate treatment, it becomes important to provide best outcomes for eye patients. Good quality bio-medical equipment builds the reputation and helps in providing successful surgeries and treatment. To get high-quality results especially when it comes to the sensitive organ like the eye, it is important to use eye instruments with high efficacy and precision. If the instrument shows high error, then there are less chances of proper treatment. This can be harmful for the credibility of the clinician. One must use the instruments of high grade material.

Article written by,

Mufaiz Ul Zaman.