Axenfelda Blepharostat

The Axenfeld blepharostat is a medical instrument used in ophthalmology. It was developed at the beginning of the 20th century by the German ophthalmologist Karl Theodor Axenfeld (1867-1930).

The blepharostat is designed to fix the eyelids in an open position during examination and various manipulations. It consists of two blades that gently spread and hold the upper and lower eyelids. This allows the ophthalmologist to get a good view of the eyeball and carry out the necessary procedures. The use of blepharostat reduces eyelid muscle tension and discomfort for the patient.

Axenfeld blepharostat is still widely used in ophthalmic practice. It helps doctors efficiently and safely conduct eye examinations, remove foreign bodies, probe tear ducts and other manipulations. This instrument made important contributions to the development of ophthalmology.

At the beginning of the 20th century, ophthalmic surgeons were faced with the problem of excessive loss of the lacrimal gland in the corners of the eyes - whiteness. Doctors of those times spent from two to four months, less often up to a year, on its restoration.

In 1929, an American surgeon of German origin, associate professor of ophthalmology at Georgetown University School of Medicine, Richard Goldman, proposed a new method for examining the tear ducts and recommended the use of artificial lacrimation to restore normal lacrimation.

However, as soon as Geisel and Shotwell introduced the intracapsular cataract extraction (IEC) method into eye practice in 1945, ophthalmic surgery entered the “finish line.”

Restoring natural tear circulation by eliminating exit obstacles - chalazions. Blepharophimosis is an indication for the Goldman method. And after IKEK operations this problem will not exist. Glasser performed the first successful operations at Brown University in Ohio; Kildish at New York-Presbyterian Medical College School of Medicine. Subsequently Eiffler, Pinkerty. In 1976, Chantrain opened the first clinic for IKEC surgeries, and