Tonometer and method of use

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2005-08-02

2005-08-02

Hindenburg, Max F. (Department: 3736)

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Testing aqueous humor pressure or related condition

Reexamination Certificate

active

06923765

ABSTRACT:
A device used to measure intraocular pressure within a patient's eye includes a probe typically having an end to which is attached a resilient member with a hollow interior that decreases in volume as the member is pressed against the eye. The greater the intraocular pressure within an eye, the more the volume decreases. A liquid moves in response to this change and this movement is detected to signal if the intraocular pressure is at a safe level.

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