Rougine

A rougine is an instrument used in Ophthalmology.

A Rougine
A Rougine and its parts

Description

It consists of a small rectangular blade, with a curved cutting edge; one of its surfaces is beveled, the other is flat. It is connected to a handle by a narrow neck.[1][2]

Uses

It is used when operating on the lacrimal sac, to separate it from the lacrimal fossa.[1][2]

See also

References
  1. Bhowmik, A; et al. (1985). A First Handbook of Medical Instruments (3rd ed.). New Delhi: BI Publications. p. 371. ISBN 9788172250010. Retrieved 13 February 2024.
  2. Basak, SK (2019). Essentials of Ophthalmology. Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers. p. 543. ISBN 9789352709885. Retrieved 13 February 2024.
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