Modular lens adapters for mobile anterior and posterior segment ophthalmoscopy

US9706918B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• The Board of Trustees of the Leland Stanford Junior University · US

Inventors

• David Myung · Santa Clara, US
• Robert T. Chang · Belmont, US
• Lingmin He · Palo Alto, US
• Alex Nugent · Santa Fe, US
• Huynh P. Van · Danville, US
• Ira G. Wong · San Mateo, US
• Alexandre Jais · Menlo Park, US
• Mark S. Blumenkranz · Portola Valley, US

Key dates

• Filing date: May 30, 2014
• Grant date: Jul 18, 2017
• Expiry date: May 30, 2034

Classification

• Technology area (CPC A): Human Necessities
• CPC primary: A61B2560/0443
• WIPO field: Medical technology
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

A modular lens adapter system or kit is provided for mobile anterior and posterior segment ophthalmoscopy. Equipped with various lens adapter modules, respective lenses and a mobile imaging device, a user is provided with tools for various mobile ophthalmoscopy imaging applications. Eye care practitioners can use their existing lenses to customize the modular lens adapter system in a cost-effective way, which allows for mobile and remote capture, viewing, and utilization of clinical images. The various modules are also adaptable to nearly any type of phone or tablet regardless of its dimensions or presence of a protective case. The invention also addresses the need for fewer, smaller, less expensive, and easier to use ophthalmic imaging equipment, which is further important in enabling a broad base of users.