Apparatus for inserting a lens into an eye and method for using

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1989-02-06

1990-09-11

Thaler, Michael H.

Surgery

Instruments

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

A61B 1700

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049558897

ABSTRACT:
An apparatus is disclosed for inserting a lens into an eye. The apparatus comprises a cradle acting to hold the lens, e.g., in a deformed state, prior to insertion of the lens into the eye, the cradle being constructed, preferably of a shape memory alloy, so as to release the lens in response to a change in temperature; and an insertion assembly associated with the cradle and acting to insert, and preferably withdraw, the cradle into, and preferably from, the eye.

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