Rougine Explained

A rougine is an instrument used in Ophthalmology.

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.

See also

• Instruments used in general surgery

References

1. Book: Bhowmik . A . etal . A First Handbook of Medical Instruments . 1985 . BI Publications . New Delhi . 9788172250010 . 371 . 3rd . 13 February 2024.
2. Book: Basak . SK . Essentials of Ophthalmology . 2019 . Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers . 9789352709885 . 543 . 13 February 2024.