Electrical apparatus and methods and apparatus for positioning and implanting components thereof
US10058700B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 28, 2013 |
| Grant date | Aug 28, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 2, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/0531
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An anchor device is described that is adapted to support one or more conductors extending out of an opening in an outer surface of an eye, from a device implanted in the eye to a communications interface. The anchor device comprises a conductor receiving portion including a channel, the conductors being positionable through the channel; and a fixation portion connected to the conductor receiving portion, the fixation portion being adapted to be secured to the outer surface of the eye. The conductor receiving portion is configured to allow movement of the channel and/or conductors relative to the fixation portion. A visual prosthesis comprising the anchor device is also described, along with apparatus and methods for positioning the visual prosthesis or other types of implantable electrical apparatus.
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