219 devices · GMDN 32758
A Flieringa ophthalmic ring is a circular, reusable band placed around the eye’s sclera to support the eyeball during complex intraocular surgeries. Its primary purpose is to stabilize the globe and prevent collapse when surgical access is challenging, improving precision and safety during procedures like cataract removal or vitrectomy.
These devices are typically regulated as surgical instruments, often requiring compliance with general medical device standards. They are commonly supplied sterile or pre-packaged for single-use in sterile fields, though the reusable nature of the ring itself may influence sterilization and reprocessing protocols in clinical settings.
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