Method of radiation delivery to the eye

Details Method of radiation delivery to the eye Method of radiation delivery to the eye

2005-04-05

2005-04-05

Krishnamurthy, Ramesh (Department: 3753)

Surgery

Radioactive substance applied to body for therapy

Radioactive substance placed within body

C600S008000, C128S898000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06875165

ABSTRACT:
A surgical device for localized delivery of beta radiation in surgical procedures, particularly ophthalmic procedures. Preferred surgical devices include a cannula with a beta radiotherapy emitting material at the distal end of the cannula. The surgical device is particularly suitable for use in the treatment of treat Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD).

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