Intraocular lens with an accommodating capability

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2006-06-20

2006-06-20

Gherbi, Suzette J-J (Department: 3738)

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

Eye prosthesis

Intraocular lens

C623S006390, C623S006400

Reexamination Certificate

active

07063723

ABSTRACT:
An introocular lens (IOL) includes an optic; a haptic; a flexible membrane substantially encircling the optic and connected between the optic and the haptic, the flexible membrane having a flexibility greater than the optic and the haptic. The flexible membrane permits travel of the optic relative to the haptic to permit accommodation in the eye. The flexible membrane my also drive a curvature change in the optic as it travels during accommodation.

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