Ocular implant with anchoring mechanism and multiple outlets
US8007459B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 18, 2008 |
| Grant date | Aug 30, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 12, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F9/00781
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices and methods for treating ocular disorders are disclosed. One ocular implant, has a substantially straight, rigid, elongate body. The body has a self-trephinating distal portion that narrows toward a distal end, and at least one inlet that communicates with at least one inner lumen that communicates with a plurality of outlets. The lumen has a sufficient length to extend from an anterior chamber of an eye to a physiologic outflow pathway. An anchor member extends from the implant.
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