Apparatus for reducing intraocular pressure

Details Apparatus for reducing intraocular pressure Apparatus for reducing intraocular pressure

1993-02-18

1994-12-13

Hafer, Robert A.

Surgery

Devices transferring fluids from within one area of body to...

604 9, A61M 2700

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053725778

ABSTRACT:
A method is described herein for implanting in the cornea and limbal area a device partially embedded and partially extending anteriorly, a preferred embodiment comprising one or more loops of small sized porous ropes, cords, bands or hollow tubes, which device has one end or section thereof extending beyond the exterior surface of the cornea and limbal areas so that aqueous humor may be exited from the anterior chamber in the eye to relieve intraocular pressure and thereby avoid or reduce the effects of glaucoma.

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