Foot actuated pinch valve and high vacuum source for irrigation/aspiration handpiece system

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 4702733
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06801068

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A pinch valve device is disclosed for a disposable, inexpensive irrigation/aspiration handpiece system used for the removal of unwanted material in a very small, enclosed operative site in which it is important to maintain pressure within a certain range, such as in the surgical operation for removal of a cataract lens from the human eye. The device includes a foot pedal for selectively: (1) restricting the flow of irrigation and aspiration fluid in the handpiece system; (2) permitting irrigation by the handpiece system, without permitting concurrent aspiration by the handpiece system; (3) permitting both irrigation and aspiration by the handpiece system; and (4) providing selective increase in aspiration force.

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ADVANCED MEDICAL OPTICS INC1700 E ST ANDREW PLACE SANTA ANA CALIFORNIA 92799-5162 UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Blake, Larry W Irvine, CA 37 3520
Wright, George M Mission Viejo, CA 8 1386

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