Lens system and methods for power adjustment
US6836374B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 19, 2003 |
| Grant date | Dec 28, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 19, 2023 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02C7/085
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A lens is provided that having optical parameters that may be adjusted in-situ, and is particularly useful as an IOL for use in cataract patients that require an adjustment in the optical power of the lens post-implantation. In one embodiment, the lens body carries an array of interior fluid-filled cells in which fluid is controllably moved upon application of energy from an external source to move a fluid media into or out of the cells to thereby alter the lens surface shape.
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