Ocular drainage device and method of manufacturing thereof
US9808374B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 24, 2015 |
| Grant date | Nov 7, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 24, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB29L2031/753
- WIPO fieldOther special machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Aspects of the present disclosure are directed to an ocular drainage device that includes a stability system. The stability system includes a plate, and can further include a material comprising collagen covering at least a portion of a top surface of the plate, and/or a viscoelastic substance covering at least a portion of the plate's top surface. The plate is formed of a flexible material and includes a tube retaining structure integrally formed therewith, wherein the tube retaining structure is configured to hold a tube that is at least partially surrounded by the tube retaining structure to the plate when the tube is moved. The tube retaining structure can include a low profile ridge, and/or a channel having an undercut or horseshoe shape. The plate has at least one plate channel, including a plate channel configured for carrying the tube. The plate can further include a reservoir.
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