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Lens assembly for vitreoretinal surgery

US7946706B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 10, 2006
Grant dateMay 24, 2011
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Expiry dateAug 25, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG02B21/0012
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

This invention is directed towards ophthalmic lenses used to assist during vitreoretinal surgery. More specifically, it is directed towards ophthalmic lenses that are constructed to generate a high-resolution image of the retinal surface during surgery while maintaining a minimal mechanical envelop all while using materials and assembly methods compatible with autoclave sterilization techniques.

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