Methods for intraocular shunt placement
US10307293B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 9, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jun 4, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 21, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F9/008
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Intraocular pressure can be reduced by insertion of an intraocular shunt in the eye such that it forms a drainage pathway between the anterior chamber and a region of lower pressure. A hollow shaft that holds an intraocular shunt can be advanced through the anterior chamber. The sclera can be penetrated with the hollow shaft. A beveled tip of the shaft can be oriented such that a beveled surface thereof faces toward the Tenon's capsule when the beveled tip passes out of the sclera. After the beveled tip passes out of the sclera, at least a portion of the shunt can be advanced from the hollow shaft.
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