Devices and method for treating glaucoma
US9592153B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 11, 2015 |
| Grant date | Mar 14, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 28, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2230/0013
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method is described for treating glaucoma by surgically implanting a shape recoverable member in the sclera of the eye. The shape recovery member is adapted to recover involutely when shape recovery is caused to occur. The bending of the shape recoverable member during its recovery exerts pressure on longitudinal ciliary muscle to supply tension to and open the trabecular meshwork. As a result, aqueous humor flows more freely and reduces the intraocular pressure.
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