Description

This 3 piece 3DVerkstan style shield (6 hole punch) has been made to fit a Welch Allyn Panoptic, a popular ophthalmoscope that provides a wider view of the optic nerve head vs a standard direct ophthalmoscope. Similar to our other design, we made this shield because the use of the Panoptic places health personnel very close to a patient due to the working distance of the device. However, due to the quick examination nature of the Panoptic and its immediate aid to the clinical decision making process, this observation tool remains a useful for Ophthalmologists, Neurologists, and EDs that need a fast view of the optic nerve. Therefore, this shield was made to help protect the observer from potential COVID exposure. To the best of our knowledge, a shield for a Panoptic ophthalmoscope has not been made as of the date of this submission. This shield prints in 3 pieces and can be quickly assembled in office. On a Lulzbot TAZ 6 at PLA settings for high speed (0.380 μm @ 20% infill) with supports, the three pieces print in approximately 55 minutes. (Higher speeds can be used though this has not been validated as of the time of this submission). As mentioned above, the shield itself uses a 3DVerkstan 6 hole punch transparancy, thereby maintaining "standardization" with other Verkstan designs. The utility of the shield does not substantially interfere with the use of the Panoptic (as validated by our ophthalmologists) when oriented correctly. The shield does require a small hole to be cut so that the Panoptic head can stick through it. The attachments have been designed to be a tight fit so you will need some hand strength to get them together. A hand tool may make this easier if needed. The design is also removable as well should that be needed. Finally, the design can stay on the panoptic and not impinge on the ability to recharge the unit in a standard welch allyn well charger. When printing, parts should be oriented flat. Supports are recommended for best fitment.