Microkeratome
CA 2275691 C · Owner: Barraquer, Jose I. Jr. · Inventors: Carriazo, Cesar C.; Barraquer, Jose I. Jr.; Barraquer, Jose I.
Overview
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A microkeratome and related surgical methods for performing lamellar keratotomies are provided. The microkeratome includes a guide ring assembly for placement on the eyeball, or ocular globe such that the globe's cornea protrudes therethrough. Means are provided for temporarily fixing the guide ring to the ocular globe, immobilizing the eyeball relative to the instrument. A cutting blade suitable for corneal resections is carried in a cutting head over the guide ring through a cutting path defined by the guide ring. An adjustable float head, also generally known as a plaque is connected to the , cutting head for at least partially compressing the cornea ahead of the blade so as to …
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- Filed December 22, 1997 and granted September 10, 2002. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended December 22, 2017.
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