Macular and scleral support surgical device for ocular restraint in progressive high myopia
US7037336B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 16, 2003 |
| Grant date | May 2, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 4, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2/0063
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention is a flexible ocular restraint band that includes a thin flexible material such as a surgical mesh fabric with flexible reinforced end portions. The device is positioned posterior to the eye globe and the reinforced ends are sutured to anterior portions of the scleral ring. Preferably, a side edge of the band is formed with a concave curved edge to be placed proximate the optical nerve without making contact or applying pressure to the optical nerve. When properly positioned the device prevents further axial elongation of the eye. In alternative embodiments the band may be formed as a generally linear strap, a three legged or “Y” shaped strap or a four legged “X” shaped strap.
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