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Laser system and method for performing and sealing corneal incisions in the eye

US8758332B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 7, 2010
Grant dateJun 24, 2014
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Expiry dateMar 14, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2009/00889
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

There is provided a system, apparatus and methods for developing laser systems that can create precise predetermined self-sealing incisions in the cornea. The systems, apparatus and methods further provide laser systems that can provide these incisions in conjunction with the removal and replacement of the natural human crystalline lens.

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