Ophthalmic Surgical Tent

Achieving ISO 5 Sterility with Operio Mobile Laminar Airflow

Performing eye surgeries in temporary or mobile setups, such as an ophthalmic surgical tent, presents unique challenges in maintaining strict sterile conditions. Traditional hospital HVAC systems are not feasible in field-based or high-turnover ophthalmic clinics. The Operio Mobile Laminar Air Flow System offers a cutting-edge, portable solution that ensures ISO 5 sterile conditions for safe and efficient ophthalmic procedures—even in non-traditional environments.

Why Sterility Matters in an Ophthalmic Surgical Tent

In ophthalmology, procedures like cataract surgery and intravitreal injections (IVOM) require ultra-clean environments to prevent infections such as endophthalmitis. In surgical tents, the risk of airborne contamination is significantly higher due to the lack of integrated air purification systems and frequent personnel movement.

The Operio system solves this by creating a highly focused, sterile air barrier over the surgical site and instrument table, eliminating 99.995% of airborne particles—including bacteria and viruses—within seconds.

Key Features for Ophthalmic Surgical Tents

  • ISO 5 Sterile Air in 2 Minutes – Rapid deployment in mobile or high-volume settings.

  • Direct Air Protection – Sterile laminar airflow is not blocked by surgical microscopes or staff movement.

  • HEPA H14 Filtration – Ultra-fine filtration eliminates airborne contaminants.

  • Compact & Mobile – Fits easily into portable operating environments like tents and ambulatory units.

  • Silent and Comfortable – No cold air and ultra-quiet operation ideal for long eye procedures.


Operio vs Traditional Ventilation in Mobile Setups

Feature Operio Mobile Airflow Traditional Tent Setup
Sterility Level ISO 5 Variable, often ISO 7–8 or lower
Airflow Disruption None (microscope/staff don’t interfere) Frequent due to equipment and movement
Setup Requirements Plug & play Complex HVAC needed
Operating Costs Low (290W) High maintenance and energy use
Comfort No cold air, quiet Cold airflow, noise common

Ideal for High-Turnover Eye Clinics

In mobile ophthalmology units or temporary surgical tents, many patients are treated back-to-back. Traditional systems can’t achieve sterility between cases fast enough. Operio ensures:

  • Rapid sterilization in under 2 minutes

  • Continuous ISO 5 protection across all procedures

  • Enhanced patient safety and workflow efficiency


Certified for Global Medical Use

Operio is:

  • CE-certified

  • ✅ Compliant with EU MDR 2017/745

  • ✅ Meets international standards EN 60601-1:2006, ISO 14971:2012

  • ✅ Fully compatible with mobile surgical environments

Take Your Ophthalmic Surgery Anywhere

With Operio, eye surgeries in mobile tents, disaster zones, or outpatient centers can be performed with the same level of sterility as top-tier hospitals—without the cost or complexity of permanent infrastructure.

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