Prosthesis (i.e. – artificial body members) – parts thereof – or ai – Eye prosthesis – Intraocular lens
Patent
1984-08-13
1987-05-12
Frinks, Ronald L.
Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai
Eye prosthesis
Intraocular lens
A61F 214
Patent
active
046646663
ABSTRACT:
An intraocular lens suitable for implantation in the human eye to replace the natural crystalline lens comprising a self-supporting lens formed entirely of a hydrogel and having a relatively thick optical portion with relatively thin resilient flange means extending away from the optical portion, the flange means being arranged to retain the implant in place in the eye.
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Ezekiel Nominees Pty. Ltd.
Frinks Ronald L.
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