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Corneal implant and method of manufacture

  • US 6,632,244 B1
  • Filed: 09/06/2000
  • Issued: 10/14/2003
  • Est. Priority Date: 12/23/1998
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. A corneal implant, comprising:

  • a) a body formed of an optically clear, biocompatible material having inner and outer surfaces and an index of refraction substantially the same as that of corneal tissue;

    b) the body being solid and formed of a microporous hydrogel having irregular passageways for nutrient transport, the microporous hydrogel having micropores ranging in diameter from 50 Angstroms to 10 microns.

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