The BVI Wet-Field Eraser is a sterile, single-use bipolar hemostatic eraser used for precise coagulation during ophthalmic surgery. This configuration is 18 gauge with a blunt tip on a shaft angled at 45 degrees (BVI code 221251).
What it's used for
Wet-Field Erasers deliver targeted, discrete coagulation with minimal tissue trauma and minimal peripheral cellular necrosis. Applications include vitreoretinal procedures, glaucoma filtration surgery and cataract incisions.
The angled shaft is the reason to choose this variant over the straight 18G. It lets the surgeon reach the target while keeping the hand and the shaft clear of the microscope's line of sight, which is useful under the lid or in the periphery. The blunt tip spreads contact rather than concentrating it at a point.
Design
Contoured shafts are designed to conform to ocular anatomy while maximising tip visualisation, range of motion and target approach versatility. Supplied sterile, single use only.
Where it sits in the range
BVI manufactures bipolar pencils from 18G through to 25G, in straight and angled shafts, with bevelled, blunt, fine and tapered tip options. The straight range covers 18G, 20G, 20-23G tapered, 23G and 25G. Erasers are used with a compatible bipolar cable and coagulator.
Supplied in boxes of 10.
Ordering
McFarlane Medical is the exclusive Australian distributor for BVI ophthalmic products, supplying public and private eye hospitals, day surgeries and ophthalmic consultancies Australia-wide. Contact our ophthalmic account managers for hospital contract pricing, standing orders or product evaluation.
