A disposable ophthalmic endoscopic system
Y. L. Fisher and J. S. Slakter
Retinal Research Laboratory, Manhattan Eye, Ear, and Throat Hospital, New York, NY.
A disposable 19-gauge ophthalmic endoscope has been developed for imaging
and treatment during vitreoretinal surgery whenever standard microscopic
visualization is limited or impossible. The endoscopic system is adaptable
to many standard light sources and standard video imaging or storage
equipment. Preliminary clinical experience has demonstrated the usefulness
and practical application of this new instrument.
