Device for radial optic neurotomy

Details Device for radial optic neurotomy Device for radial optic neurotomy

2005-11-22

2005-11-22

Truong, Kevin T. (Department: 3731)

Surgery

Instruments

Corneal cutter or guide for corneal cutter

Reexamination Certificate

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06966921

ABSTRACT:
A device for radial optic neurotomy comprising a radial optic neurotomy knife and its method of use. Comprising in a preferred embodiment, a uniquely formed asymmetrical “V” shaped tip having a first sharpened leg and a second dulled leg and a depth gauge. In a preferred embodiment said depth gauge comprises a laser mark which is substantially perpendicular with a central axis of a tip holding shaft. The device is specially designed for performing the radial optic neurotomy (RON) surgical procedure and thereby promoting relaxation of the scleral outlet.

REFERENCES:
patent: 5203865 (1993-04-01), Siepser
patent: 6663644 (2003-12-01), Ross et al.
Opremcak, et al., Radial Optic Neurotomy for Central Retinal Vein Occlusion, Journal of Retinal and Vitreous Diseases, 2001, vol.21, No. 5, Figs. 1 & 2, Showing a conventional Microvitreoretinal Blade (MVR blade).

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