Therapeutic devices for placement underneath the eyelid and associated systems, devices, and methods for dry eye treatment
US11446495B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 13, 2020 |
| Grant date | Sep 20, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 13, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B5/389
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
According to some aspects, a device is presented herein that is configured to be located underneath an eyelid and worn by a user for treating dry eye. The device includes a first surface configured to face a portion of a sclera of the eye, and a second surface configured to face an eyelid and to be completely covered by the eyelid. In some embodiments, the device further includes a plurality of stimulation electrodes proximal to the first surface, wherein the plurality of stimulation electrodes is configured to stimulate the sclera. The device further includes an energy storage element coupled to the plurality of stimulation electrodes. The energy storage element is configured to supply power to the plurality of stimulation electrodes. The device further includes a processor configured to control a supply of energy from the energy storage element to the plurality of stimulation electrodes to stimulate the sclera.
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