Eye therapy system
US8652131B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 14, 2012 |
| Grant date | Feb 18, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 14, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61H2230/50
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system for applying therapy to an eye selectively applies coolant to the corneal surface to minimize heat-related damage to the corneal surface during thermokeratoplasty. Embodiments may include an energy source, a conducting element, a coolant supply, and a coolant delivery system. The conducting element is operably connected to the energy source and extends from a proximal end to a distal end. The conducting element directs energy from the energy source to the distal end, which is positionable at the eye. The coolant delivery system is in communication with the coolant supply and is operable to deliver a micro-controlled pulse of coolant to the distal end.
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