Schepens Scleral Depressor Overview

The Schepens is a thimble type scleral depressor worn on the fingertip, made in three sizes. The depressor tip sits on the thimble, so the examiner presses with the finger itself rather than through a handle.

Design and Specifications

• Thimble type, worn on the finger
• Three sizes: small 8mm (S1-780-00), medium 10mm (S1-780-10), large 12mm (S1-780-20)
• Reusable, supplied non-sterile

How It Compares

Choose the Schepens if you prefer the direct feel of a thimble. If you would rather hold a handle and have a marking end too, see the Schocket or the O'Connor. The Josephberg Besser single ended offers a curved tip on a short handle.

Clinical Use

Scleral depression during indirect ophthalmoscopy, retinal examination and retinal surgery, pressing gently on the sclera through the lid to bring the peripheral retina into view.

Material and Construction

Surgical grade stainless steel, hand finished in Sialkot, Pakistan, with a smooth, atraumatic tip.

Sterilization and Care

Supplied non-sterile. Clean and sterilize it before first use. It is fully autoclavable and made for repeated use. Rinse it straight after use, clean it with a neutral pH detergent, and never use saline or abrasive cleaners. Inspect the tip before each use: it must be smooth, with no burr or scratch. See our instrument care guide.

Ordering

Schepens Scleral Depressor, SKU S1-780-00, S1-780-10 and S1-780-20 by size. Supplied by Scatter Instruments to hospitals, ophthalmic surgery centers, clinics and distributors worldwide, with bulk pricing and OEM or private label marking on request. Send us your list for a quote, or browse the full depressor range.