Light source for ophthalmic use
US7063436B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 30, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jun 20, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 18, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F9/007
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An instrument for providing illumination of intraocular tissue during surgery generally includes a hand held light source which includes a light emitting diode, a power source for driving the diode and a control switch for interconnecting the diode with the power source. At least one fiber optic having a proximal end in light communication with the LED and a distal end size for insertion into an eye for illumination of intraocular tissue is provided.
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