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Segmented pre-formed intrastromal corneal insert

  • US 5,824,086 A
  • Filed: 09/20/1996
  • Issued: 10/20/1998
  • Est. Priority Date: 08/02/1993
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. An intracorneal insert for introduction into the cornea of a human eye, said insert comprising an arcuate, physiologically compatible synthetic, polymeric segment having a predetermined shape prior to implantation in the cornea, said segment subtending an arc substantially less than 360°

  • and being adapted for implantation within a human cornea and configured for altering the shape of the cornea by substantially a predetermined amount, said segment being constructed to substantially retain said predetermined shape over time after implantation in the cornea.

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