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US 5,728,155 AGranted
Adjustable intraocular lens
AssigneeQuantum Solutions, Inc.
InventorsRobert Anello, Ali Amiry
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Abstract
Improved adjustable intraocular lenses are disclosed, in which the optic(s) can be rotated post-operatively using manual methods; controlled pulses of laser radiation or micromotors to achieve improved focus and astigmatic correction.
Claims5
An intraocular lens assembly comprising:
- a. a foldable haptic, said haptic having a substantially planar body and having a substantially circular central aperture;
- b. a groove in said haptic around said central aperture in the plane of said haptic;
- c. a foldable optic having a circular shape with an exterior periphery and a conformation suitable for correction of astigmatism, sized to fit within said central aperture;
- d. a foldable flange surrounding said exterior periphery of said optic and extending outward therefrom to operatively engage said groove;
- e. said optic manually rotatable within said haptic;
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- f. an attachment member affixed to said flange, said attachment member facilitates said manual rotation of said optic within said haptic to accomplish adjustment of astigmatic correction.
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