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Surgical method and apparatus

US7094229B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 14, 2004
Grant dateAug 22, 2006
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Expiry dateDec 14, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F9/00745
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method of conducting traditional two-handed phacoemulsification through two relatively small incisions by using a phacoemulsification tip/sleeve with reduced diameter along with a second irrigation tip, with or without an attached manipulation tool.

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