Subretinal implantation instrument

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2009-02-14

2011-11-15

Hughes, S. Thomas (Department: 3731)

Surgery

Instruments

Means for removing, inserting or aiding in the removal or...

Reexamination Certificate

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08057483

ABSTRACT:
An instrument for implanting tissue in an eye or other body member is disclosed. The instrument includes an elongated mandrel and a tubular nozzle arranged over the mandrel. The instrument also includes a piston engaging an end of the nozzle and a vacuum passage arranged in the piston. The instrument also includes a body having a portion of the piston arranged therein with one end of the mandrel being secured to the body. The instrument also includes an actuator integrated with the body wherein the actuator interacts with the piston to control movement of the nozzle relative to the mandrel.

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