Eye closure appliance

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1996-02-21

2000-03-07

Apley, Richard J.

Surgery: splint, brace, or bandage

Bandage structure

128858, A61F 1300

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060342927

ABSTRACT:
Maza-Strips are designed to protect the cornea in patients at high risk for dry cornea and lack of blinking reflex problems. Maza-Strips work by creating a natural closure of the eye lids without the use of any invasive maneuvers. They are used as pairs; one for the upper lid, and one for the lower lid. Each piece is composed of a curvo-linear solid structure material that rests on each lid conforming to the curvature of the lids. Plastic family compounds, metals, or any combination of plastic and metals can be used to make Maza-Strips. Maza-Strips are secured in place with a strong skin adhesive that is coated on the concave side (skin side) of the Maza-Strip. After placing the Maza-Strips on the lids, by using a string or combination of strings that pass though the elevated anchorage loops of Maza-Strips, the two lids are pulled and brought together to close the eye with out getting caught in the lashes or rubbing against the cornea.

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