Apparatus for inserting a lens into an eye and method for using same

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PATENT NO 4955889
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07306103

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An apparatus is disclosed for inserting a lens into an eye. The apparatus comprises a cradle acting to hold the lens, e.g., in a deformed state, prior to insertion of the lens into the eye, the cradle being constructed, preferably of a shape memory alloy, so as to release the lens in response to a change in temperature; and an insertion assembly associated with the cradle and acting to insert, and preferably withdraw, the cradle into, and preferably from, the eye.

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  • ABBOTT MEDICAL OPTICS INC.

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Van, Gent Stanley L Sacramento, CA 10 382

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