Subconjunctival injector and method
US11975177B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 5, 2018 |
| Grant date | May 7, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 20, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2037/0023
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An injection device and method are shown. Devices and methods include a forceps and a needle advancement mechanism to clamp a portion of tissue and control a depth of penetration of the needle between gripping ends of the forceps. An injection device and method are shown where selected components of the injection device such as a syringe and forceps are disposable, while the remaining portions of the injection device are reusable. Devices and methods are shown that utilize micro-needles to control a depth of penetration.
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