Multipolar corneal-shaping electrode with flexible removable ski

Details Multipolar corneal-shaping electrode with flexible removable ski Multipolar corneal-shaping electrode with flexible removable ski

1981-04-30

1983-04-26

Apley, Richard J.

Surgery

Truss

Pad

12830313, A61B 1736

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active

043810071

ABSTRACT:
The disclosure relates to a multipolar probe using radiofrequency energy to reshape the cornea of an eye. The surface of the cornea is flushed continuously with a conductive coolant during operation.

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