Intraocular lens

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2011-01-04

2011-01-04

McDermott, Corrine M (Department: 3738)

Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai

Eye prosthesis

Intraocular lens

C623S006170, C623S006110

Reexamination Certificate

active

07862611

ABSTRACT:
An intraocular lens for inhibiting posterior capsular opacification, or secondary cataract, includes an optic having a periphery provided with at least two sharp edges which lie radially spaced from each other with respect to the optical axis of the lens optic.

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ISO 11979-7:2001, “(E).”
ISO 11979-1:2006, “(E/F).”
International Search Report (PCTISA/210) and Written Opinion (PCT/ISA/237) mailed on Mar. 5, 2004.

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