System for actuation of a vitreous cutter
US8080029B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 21, 2007 |
| Grant date | Dec 20, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 20, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/00544
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Embodiments of systems and methods disclosed herein regard simplifying and improving the performance and reliability of pneumatic actuators operable to actuate surgical cutters or shears. Various embodiments include systems and methods for vitreous cutting apparatuses utilizing self-valving vitreous cutters that actuate at a frequency based on the properties of the vitreous cutter.
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