Vitreoretinal instrument

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2006-11-28

2006-11-28

Farah, A. (Department: 3735)

Surgery

Instruments

Light application

C606S166000, C604S264000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07141048

ABSTRACT:
An improved instrument for helping to remove subretinal fluid and helping to perform fluid exchanges in vitreoretinal surgery is disclosed. The instrument includes a handle and a probe coupled to the handle. The probe includes a curved distal portion having a closed tip with a smooth surface capable of safely touching the retina.

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Alcon 2001 Vitreoretinal Product Catalog, p. 23, item 11 “Small Gauge Retinal Needle”.

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