Minimally invasive glaucoma surgical instrument and method

Details Minimally invasive glaucoma surgical instrument and method Minimally invasive glaucoma surgical instrument and method

2005-12-27

2005-12-27

Farah, A. (Department: 3739)

Surgery

Instruments

Electrical application

C606S006000, C606S048000, C607S096000, C607S101000, C607S105000, C128S849000, C128S850000, C600S373000, C600S383000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06979328

ABSTRACT:
A surgical instrument and methods for the treatment of glaucoma are provided. The instrument uses either cauterization, a laser to ablate, sonic or ultrasonic energy to emulsify, or mechanical cutting of a portion of the trabecular meshwork. The instrument may also be provided with irrigation, aspiration, and a footplate. The footplate is used to enter Schlemm's canal, serves as a guide, and also protects Schlemm's canal.

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