Treatment and prevention of retinal vascular disease by photocoagulation
US10973686B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 20, 2017 |
| Grant date | Apr 13, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 12, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2009/00897
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This disclosure relates to methods for treatment or prevention of retinal vascular disease by photocoagulation. More specifically, this disclosure relates to an improved technique for the placement of retinal burns so as to prevent the development of hypoxia and progression of ischemia in retinal tissue, including the macula. The methods can also be employed to prevent potential ischemic tissue damage in diabetic, pre-diabetic or other patients with ischemic retinal vascular disease, or those at risk of ischemic retinal vascular disease.
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