What People Should Know About Castroviejo

By Melody Klein


Suturing is a process that is important in a surgery because it enables the wound to heal fast. To do this correctly, the doctor needs a surgical suture and a needle. To hold the last tool during this process, a device such as the Castroviejo is needed.

An eye surgeon designed this instrument and it was named after him. It was designed to make an improved technique regarding the grafting of the cornea. This technique was proven better as compared to what was used then, so doctors all over the world followed it.

Cosmetic surgeries, as well as vascular and ophthalmic operations commonly use this instrument. There are also variations on this tool, specifically the non-locking and the locking variety. The surgeon's preference is the main decisive factor on which variety to use during an operation.

There are many styles of this instrument available in the market. The style of this device should match the needle that will be used for the procedure. It is essential that whatever style is chosen, it should grasp the needle firmly so it would not move when it is driven through the human tissues.

Micro and standard types are the widely used styles by surgeons. The first one is suitable for those who are left-handed. The other one contains a cutting scissor for the suture.

The device has different parts which are the handles, the joint, and the jaws. Most holders have a clamp mechanism that locks the needle so it will be easy for the surgeon to maneuver it during the process. To maintain a grip that is firm, the jaws are usually made with a certain texture and it is designed to be shorter than the handles.

The Castroviejo is only one of the many models that are used by many surgeons today. The variety allows the doctor to use the correct type to do the suturing properly. When this process is done correctly, it makes the wounds heal faster.




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