Motorised Zoom as a Standard Feature

Motorised zoom is virtually indispensable for retinal surgery. The constant changes in magnification during the operation can only be efficiently managed with motorised control. You stay focused on the operation, while the foot controls the magnification. No reaching for adjustment knobs, no interruptions to the workflow.

During a vitrectomy, you start with low magnification for an overview, then zoom into the problem area, such as an epiretinal membrane or a macular hole. When peeling membranes, you need maximum magnification to distinguish the fine tissue layers. Afterwards, you zoom out again for the endotamponade. All this happens seamlessly, without taking your eyes off the surgical field.

Separate LED Red Reflex Illumination

The greatest innovation for retinal surgery is the separate LED red reflex illumination of the SOM4OPHT. You can control the coaxial field of view illumination and the red reflex illumination independently. This gives you incredible flexibility in challenging lighting conditions. The red reflex shows every layer and detail of the retina with crystal clarity.

In cases of denser media opacities, you increase the red reflex illumination while reducing the field of view illumination. In very transparent conditions, you reverse the ratio. This flexibility enables procedures that would reach their limits with traditional lighting.

Advanced Filter Options for Better Visibility

Retinal surgery demands special filters. The green filter enhances contrast for vessels and makes the finest retinal structures visible. The orange filter blocks blue light and reduces stray light in lens opacities. The blue filter is used in special staining, such as ILM peeling with Brilliant Blue. All filters can be swiftly engaged as the situation demands.