Systems and method for treating eye diseases using retrograde blood flow
US9987164B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 18, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jun 5, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 18, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/1052
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method, device, or system for treating eye disorders or conditions, comprising restoring or increasing blood flow or blood flow rate in an artery that supplies blood to or in the eye, thereby increasing the amount of nutrient(s) that reaches the eye or a portion thereof. The invention also includes methods, devices, or systems for treating eye disorders or conditions which use reverse flow or retrograde flow structures and systems during the treatment of the eye disease.
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