Method and apparatus for providing precise location of points on

Details Method and apparatus for providing precise location of points on Method and apparatus for providing precise location of points on

1996-06-28

1997-04-15

Sykes, Angela D.

Surgery

Instruments

Light application

606 12, A61B 1736, A61N 502

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056204361

ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for providing more precise aiming by an eye tracking system, including a registration, or aiming, laser, that provides for precise location of where the next laser ablation shot will impinge upon the eye. The method and apparatus further includes an aiming assistance fixture that provides a fixed frame of reference for locating the origin of the eye.

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