PHAKOEMULSIFICATION AND I / A SLEEVE

DE602023018089T2Active Publication Date: 2026-06-03JOHNSON & JOHNSON SURGICAL VISION INC

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
DE · DE
Patent Type
Patents
Current Assignee / Owner
JOHNSON & JOHNSON SURGICAL VISION INC
Filing Date
2023-05-09
Publication Date
2026-06-03

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Current irrigation sleeves in ocular surgery are prone to snagging on incisions and have limited irrigation outflow, which can compromise chamber stability during cataract surgery.

Method used

The development of irrigation sleeves with webbed, crossed, or axially stretched irrigation ports, and centering dimples to minimize snagging and enhance outflow, using materials like silicone or rubber, and manufacturing methods such as gum stock transfer molding and laser cutting.

Benefits of technology

The improved irrigation sleeves reduce the likelihood of snagging on incisions while maintaining optimal fluid flow, ensuring stable chamber conditions during surgery.

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