Implantation instruments, system, and kit for punctal implants
US8430853B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 5, 2010 |
| Grant date | Apr 30, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 6, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B50/30
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Described and illustrated are various insertion instruments, cap, plug, method and kit. In one aspect, a cap for a punctal insertion instrument is shown and described. In a further aspect, a punctum plug insertion system that includes the instrument and the cap is provided. In yet a further aspect, a method of releasing a punctum plug from a plug holder is provided. Additionally, a kit that contains the plug insertion instrument, cap, plugs, and instructions for use is provided.
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