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Methods and apparatus for delivery of ocular implants

US7753916B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJun 26, 2006
Grant dateJul 13, 2010
Priority date
Expiry dateNov 27, 2028

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K9/0051
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

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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