Reusable cartridge assembly for a phaco machine
US5697910A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | May 17, 1996 |
| Grant date | Dec 16, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 17, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2205/12
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A reusable cartridge assembly for a phaco machine includes a plurality of flexible tubes for handling of irrigation and aspiration fluids to and from a handpiece. A plate having a plurality of channels formed therein supports and removably holds the flexible tubes within said plate. Apertures in said plate aligned with said channel means are provided for enabling plunger access to the flexible tubes in order to regulate fluid flow therethrough.
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