20240009031. MICRO-DEVICES FOR TREATMENT OF AN EYE simplified abstract (Avedro, Inc.)
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MICRO-DEVICES FOR TREATMENT OF AN EYE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Desmond Christopher Adler of Bedford MA (US)
Reza Zadno of San Francisco CA (US)
Paul Bavier of Cambridge MA (US)
David C. Iannetta of Campbridge MA (US)
Jun Zhang of Lexington MA (US)
MICRO-DEVICES FOR TREATMENT OF AN EYE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240009031 titled 'MICRO-DEVICES FOR TREATMENT OF AN EYE
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a micro-device for corneal cross-linking treatment. The device consists of a body with an outer portion and an inner portion. The inner portion is connected to the outer portion, which surrounds the inner portion's periphery. When the device is placed against the surface of the eye, the outer portion contacts the eye surface, and the inner portion forms a chamber over the cornea.
The micro-device includes an illumination system with a micro-optical element and an optical fiber. The micro-optical element contains micro-LEDs that direct photoactivating light through the inner portion to the cornea when the device is positioned on the eye surface. This photoactivating light activates a cross-linking agent applied to the cornea, inducing cross-linking activity. The optical fiber connects the micro-optical element to a light source and has a reflective surface that reflects the photoactivating light back to the micro-optical element.
- The micro-device is designed for corneal cross-linking treatment.
- It includes a body with an outer portion and an inner portion.
- The outer portion contacts the eye surface, while the inner portion forms a chamber over the cornea.
- The device has an illumination system with a micro-optical element and an optical fiber.
- The micro-optical element contains micro-LEDs that direct photoactivating light to the cornea.
- The photoactivating light activates a cross-linking agent applied to the cornea.
- The optical fiber connects the micro-optical element to a light source and reflects the photoactivating light back to the micro-optical element.
Potential Applications
- Corneal cross-linking treatment for conditions like keratoconus and corneal ectasia.
- Treatment for corneal infections or ulcers.
- Post-operative corneal healing enhancement.
Problems Solved
- Provides a non-invasive method for corneal cross-linking treatment.
- Enables targeted delivery of photoactivating light to the cornea.
- Improves the efficiency and effectiveness of corneal cross-linking treatment.
Benefits
- Minimizes the risk of infection or complications associated with invasive procedures.
- Allows for precise and controlled treatment of corneal conditions.
- Enhances patient comfort and reduces recovery time.
Original Abstract Submitted
a micro-device for corneal cross-linking treatment includes a body including an outer portion and an inner portion. the inner portion is coupled to the outer portion which is disposed about a periphery of the inner portion. when the body is against an eye surface, the outer portion contacts the eye surface and the inner portion defines a chamber over a cornea of the eye. the micro-device includes an illumination system including a micro-optical element and an optical fiber. the micro-optical element includes micro-leds configured to direct photoactivating light through the inner portion to the cornea of the eye when the body is positioned against the surface of the eye. the photoactivating light generates cross-linking activity with a cross-linking agent applied to the cornea. the optical fiber couples the micro-optical element to a light source and includes a surface configured to reflect the photoactivating light to the micro-optical element.
