System for inserting material into corneal stroma
US5843105A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 6, 1996 |
| Grant date | Dec 1, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 6, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/320052
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This invention is an improved method and kit for producing a desired channel or pathway in the interlamellar space in the corneal stroma for inserting a bio-compatible material. The method involves the use of clockwise and counter-clockwise dissectors and optionally channel connectors and finish channel connector.
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