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Surface-treated soft contact lenses

US4379893A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateAug 26, 1981
Grant dateApr 12, 1983
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Expiry dateAug 26, 2001

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08J2333/14
  • WIPO fieldOther special machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A hydrophilic polymer shaped article adapted for use as a soft contact lens is treated to provide at least on the surfaces thereof a modified, less hydrophilic polymeric structure inhibiting penetration by proteins and other substances in the eye environment, whereby development of clouding and discoloration of the lens material during use is significantly retarded.

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