Methods and apparatus for delivery of ocular implants
US6899717B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 18, 2002 |
| Grant date | May 31, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 1, 2023 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/3468
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus and methods for delivering ocular implants or microimplants. The apparatus is ergonomically designed for ease of use, and a simple manual depression of an actuator produces proportional movement of a linkage causing the implant or microimplant to be ejected through a cannula disposed at the desired location in the eye. Small gauge cannulas are provided for self-sealing methods of delivery.
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