Micro-incision IOL and positioning of the IOL in the eye
US9572657B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 4, 2014 |
| Grant date | Feb 21, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 4, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2220/0016
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An intraocular lens that is capable of being inserted through a micro-incision includes an optic having an anterior and a posterior surface and a plurality of projections extending from the anterior and posterior surfaces. The anterior and posterior surfaces include a recess. The optic is implanted such that a rim of the capsulorhexis is disposed in the recess such that the plurality of projections grip the capsular bag.
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