Which instrument is typically used in chalazion surgery?

In chalazion surgery, a clamp is typically used to help manage the eyelid and create tension during the procedure. This allows the surgeon to have better visibility and control over the area being treated. The clamp stabilizes the eyelid, making it easier to excise the chalazion or to perform the necessary incision and drainage of the cyst.

While bipolar forceps can be useful for cauterization and hemostasis, they are not specifically designed for the mechanical stabilization needed during chalazion removal. Surgical scissors may be used during the procedure to cut tissue, but they do not provide the same level of support for the eyelid as a clamp does. Tweezers are not generally effective for this type of surgery, as they do not have the capacity to stabilize or apply force in the same way that a clamp would. Thus, the clamp is the preferred instrument for successfully performing chalazion surgery.