Drug eluting ocular implant and method of treating an ocular disorder
US12201557B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 30, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jan 21, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 31, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0068
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Disclosed herein are drug delivery devices and methods for the treatment of ocular disorders requiring targeted and controlled administration of a drug to an interior portion of the eye for reduction or prevention of symptoms of the disorder. The devices are capable of controlled release of one or more drugs and may also include structures which allows for treatment of increased intraocular pressure by permitting aqueous humor to flow out of the anterior chamber of the eye through the device.
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