Method of implanting an intraocular lens
US8377123B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 10, 2004 |
| Grant date | Feb 19, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 3, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29D11/023
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method is provided for implanting an accommodating intraocular lens system in a capsular bag of an eye. The method includes providing the accommodating intraocular lens having an anterior viewing element and a posterior viewing element. The anterior viewing element has a width in a range between approximately 4.5 millimeters and approximately 6.5 millimeters. The method further includes forming an opening in an anterior portion of the capsular bag. The opening has a minimum width not less than approximately 4 millimeters and has a maximum width not greater than approximately 6.0 millimeters. The method further includes placing the accommodating intraocular lens system within the capsular bag. The capsular bag overlaps at least a portion of the anterior viewing element and defines an overlap region with a width in a range between approximately 0.1 millimeters and approximately 0.75 millimeters.
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