Kratz-Barraquer lid speculum 1 5/8" adult size 14.0mm open wire blades 18.0mm blade spread, temporal approach

Controlled Lid Access for Adult Procedures

The Kratz-Barraquer lid speculum is an adult-size ophthalmic instrument designed to hold the eyelids apart during procedures, providing a stable approach while leaving the working area accessible. Its 1 5/8-inch format, 14.0 mm open wire blades, and 18.0 mm blade spread define a practical configuration for handling and placement. The temporal approach supports workflow positioning from the side of the operative field. For teams supporting ophthalmic services as well as broader ENT and general surgery environments, this speculum offers a clearly defined instrument option for procedure sets requiring controlled lid retraction without adding unnecessary complexity to setup or handling.

Use Cases

• Position the speculum for adult ophthalmic procedures requiring eyelid separation and access to the operative field.
• Use the temporal approach when side-oriented placement fits the planned procedural workflow.
• Select the open wire blade configuration when visibility around the lid area and access for adjacent instruments are practical priorities.
• Include in instrument sets supporting ophthalmic services alongside broader ENT and general surgery workflows where the named lid-speculum function is required.
• Handle the instrument by its frame and blades during placement and removal to maintain controlled positioning.

Specifications

Care & Handling

• Clean the instrument promptly after use according to facility procedures and the applicable manufacturer instructions.
• Inspect the open wire blades, frame, and contact surfaces for bending, damage, residue, or compromised alignment before reuse.
• Handle and store the speculum so the blades are protected from impact, distortion, and contact with other instruments.

General use; follow facility protocols.