Device and method for use with an ophthalmologic insertor apparatus
US6605093B1 · kind B1 · utility
Assignee
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 5, 2000 |
| Grant date | Aug 12, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 5, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2/1675
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This invention discloses devices for use with an ophthalmologic insertor apparatus. In one embodiment, the device is a flexible, stretchable sleeve holder adapted to fit over a deformable sleeve that houses an implant. The sleeve holder facilitates loading of an implant into the sleeve by providing a suitable gripping surface. Application of a compressive force to the sleeve holder further allows the implant to be immobilized within the sleeve. After loading of the implant into the sleeve, the holder may be used as a collar or hub to secure the sleeve to an insertor hand-piece. Methods for loading implants into delivery sleeves, methods for attaching sleeves to inserters, and methods for delivering implants to an incision are also disclosed.
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