Iris Scissors — Curved, 10 cm (10.0 cm)

Iris Scissors — Curved, 10 cm (10.0 cm) (Ref SC 02-216-02) — A curved working tip lets the surgeon work behind tissue planes and around vascular structures without obstructing the view.

Iris scissors were originally designed for ophthalmic iridectomy in the nineteenth century — small, sharp, pointed scissors for cutting the iris under magnification. Modern usage extends well beyond ophthalmology: plastic surgeons use Iris for fine dissection, dermatologists for minor excisions, microsurgeons for delicate tissue work, dental surgeons for intraoral suture trimming. The defining features are short blade length (typically 11.5 cm overall with 2.5 cm blade), sharp-sharp pointed tips, and a fine box-lock joint. Tungsten carbide tip variants (TC Iris) hold a cutting edge through hundreds more autoclave cycles than plain stainless. Both straight and curved configurations cover most surgical needs.

Manufacturing compliance is verified through ISO 13485:2016 certification (the international medical-device quality standard), CE marking under EU MDR 2017/745, and FDA establishment registration. Certificate copies and regulatory documentation are available on request for inclusion in hospital procurement files and EU technical documentation packages. Sterilization validation follows ISO 17665 for steam autoclave at 134 °C.