Computer controlled system for laser energy delivery to the retina
US8433117B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 21, 2009 |
| Grant date | Apr 30, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 11, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2009/00851
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An embodiment of the invention provides a method that captures a diagnostic image of a retina having at least one lesion, wherein the lesion includes a plurality of spots to be treated. Information is received from a user interface, wherein the information includes a duration, intensity, and/or wavelength of treatment for each of the spots. A real-time image of the retina is captured; and, a composite image is created by linking the diagnostic image to the real-time image. At least one updated real-time image of the retina is obtained using eye tracking and/or image stabilization; and, an annotated image is created by modifying the composite image based on the updated real-time image. A localized laser beam is delivered to each of the spots according to the information, the composite image, and the annotated image.
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