Phacoemulsifier QUBE - Fair 2013

QUBE by Fritz Ruck: An Solution for Cataract Surgery

The QUBE by Fritz Ruck is a device designed to optimize efficiency, precision, and ease of use in cataract surgery. Ideal for ophthalmologists and eye surgeons, it significantly reduces operation times, streamlines the surgical process, and enhances patient outcomes.

A key feature of the QUBE is its commitment to safety. Each primary function of the device has its own independent control unit, allowing continuous monitoring of critical functions. This redundancy ensures maximum reliability. The device also assists surgeons in maintaining stable intraocular pressure by adjusting fluid delivery according to suction power, providing stability in the ocular chamber during surgery. This feature is highly valuable as it helps prevent complications by creating a controlled and safe surgical environment.

Designed for user-friendliness, the QUBE offers an interface developed in collaboration with experienced surgeons. The system includes a touchscreen, allowing the operating staff to easily handle the device, even during complex procedures. Surgeons control the device using a dual-linear pedal that provides voice feedback for each parameter change, making operation intuitive and responsive.

The QUBE’s settings are fully customizable and can be adjusted to the operating surgeon’s preferences. A technician configures these settings during the initial setup of the device, aligning them with the surgeon's needs and simplifying its use for future procedures. The QUBE also allows for one-handed sterile use of the cassette, ensuring that the system remains hygienic and efficient.

The QUBE is also distinguished by its precision, made possible by its pneumatic control unit. In collaboration with Festo AG, Fritz Ruck integrated a unique valve technology that enables extremely precise cuts. This enhanced control allows precise work close to the retina, an essential requirement for successful ocular surgical interventions. These fast-acting valves give the QUBE a high degree of control, ensuring exceptional cutting performance even during delicate procedures.

Another noteworthy advantage of the QUBE is its compact design, which is essential in the field of cataract surgery equipment. Designed to easily fit in often-constrained operating rooms, the device’s control block has been specially optimized to reduce its size. All pneumatic connections are organized via a channel plate, eliminating the need for numerous tubes and reducing the standard control block size by half. This compact design saves space and simplifies maintenance, making the QUBE an optimal choice for clinics and large surgical centers.

In conclusion, the QUBE offers an ideal balance of high performance, ease of use, and flexibility, making it an indispensable addition to any cataract surgery suite. By addressing the needs of surgeons and patients alike, it represents a major advancement in cataract surgery technology.

• Application: Cataract surgery
• Dimensions: Compact design to fit limited operating space
• Control Type: Dual-linear pedal with voice output for status feedback
• Control Units: Independent control for each function to ensure reliable operation
• Intraocular Pressure Control: Fluid flow adjusts to match suction for stable chamber pressure
• Software: Custom software for flexibility in updates and cost-effective enhancements
• Interface: Touchscreen with intuitive menu for staff; customizable settings