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Medical devices, systems, and methods for performing eye exams using displays comprising MEMS scanning mirrors

Inactive Publication Date: 2017-11-02
ENVISION DIAGNOSTICS
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The patent describes a mask that can be used in ophthalmic diagnostic instruments and other medical devices. The mask has a distal sheet with optically transparent sections and an inflatable member with a concaved surface that can seal against the patient's face. The mask can be used to administer fluids to the patient and has a port for fluid flow and inflation. The mask can also be used in conjunction with other devices used in eye examinations. The invention provides a way to improve the accuracy and efficiency of medical procedures and reduce the risk of complications.

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Cross-contamination has become a problem of increasing concern, especially during certain periods such as flu season.

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[0280]The following example embodiments identify some possible permutations of combinations of features disclosed herein, although other permutations of combinations of features are also possible.

[0281]1. An ophthalmic diagnostic instrument comprising:[0282]a display comprising:[0283]at least one laser diode configured to output a light beam;[0284]a single mode optical fiber disposed to receive said light beam and direct said light beam; and[0285]a MEMS scanning mirror disposed to received said light beam from said single mode fiber, said MEMS scanning mirror configured to scan across an eye in synchronization with modulation of the light beam to form an image in the eye,[0286]wherein the ophthalmic diagnostic instrument is configured to perform an ophthalmic measurement.

[0287]2. The instrument of Example 1, wherein said at least one laser diode comprises a plurality of laser diodes.

[0288]3. The instrument of any of Example 1 or 2, wherein said MEMS scanning mirror is configured to ...

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Abstract

An instrument for imaging the eye and performing ophthalmic diagnostic tests is disclosed that obtain images of the structures of the eye using imaging technology such as optical coherence tomography (OCT). To assist with such imaging and / or provide additional diagnostics, the ophthalmic diagnostic instrument may additionally include a display for presenting images to the subject whose eyes and vision are being evaluated. This display system may comprise a MEMS (microelectromechanical system) scanning mirror.

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PRIORITY INFORMATION AND INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE[0001]The present application claims the priority benefit of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62 / 330,060, filed Apr. 30, 2016, and U.S. Provisional Application No. 62 / 333,107, filed May 6, 2016, the entirety of both of which are hereby incorporated by reference herein. Any and all applications for which a foreign or domestic priority claim is identified in the Application Data Sheet as filed with the present application are hereby incorporated by reference.BACKGROUNDField[0002]Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to the field of healthcare, including for example, devices, systems, methods of automating the provision of diagnostic healthcare services to a patient as part of an examination meant to detect disorders or diseases. In some but not all instances, these healthcare services may apply only to eye care encounters, exams, services and eye diseases.Description of the Related Art[0003]Many people visiting medical offices ...

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IPC IPC(8): A61B3/10A61B3/00G02B26/10G03B21/28
CPCA61B3/102A61B3/0058G03B21/28G02B26/10A61B3/1025A61B3/113G02B26/101G02B27/0172G02B27/0176A61B3/0033A61B3/0008G02B26/0833
Inventor WALSH, ALEXANDER C.UPDIKE, PAUL G.CASTRO, RICHARD
Owner ENVISION DIAGNOSTICS
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