Method of implanting an iris-expanding device
US9974688B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 12, 2017 |
| Grant date | May 22, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 12, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F9/0017
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods of implanting an iris-expanding medical device in an eye. The methods can use an inserter which includes an inserter handle and a cannula attached to the inserter handle. Once inserted, the iris-expending medical device can maintain a pupil in an extended position during an ophthalmic procedure such as phacoemulsification.
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