Deformable intraocular lens injection system, and method thereof

Details Deformable intraocular lens injection system, and method thereof Deformable intraocular lens injection system, and method thereof

1996-12-19

2000-05-09

Milano, Michael J.

Surgery

Instruments

Means for removing, inserting or aiding in the removal or...

623907, A61F 900

Patent

active

060597917

ABSTRACT:
A lens injecting device comprising a slidable plunger and means for providing a force in a direction opposite to the direction of advancement of the slidable plunger to provide controlled release of the deformable intraocular lens from the lens injecting device. Further, a method of implantation of a deformable intraocular lens in the eye by forcing the deformable intraocular lens in a folded or condensed configuration through a passageway through an incision in the eye while applying an opposing force to control release of the deformable intraocular lens into the eye.

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One (1) sheet of drawings of prior art device sold by Staar Surgical Company of Monrovia, CA. In use on or about 1986.

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