An apparatus includes a proximal shaft configured to mechanically couple to a motor, a first universal joint, a middle shaft coupled to the proximal shaft via the first universal joint, a housing having a bore, a second universal joint within the bore, a distal shaft coupled to the middle shaft via the second universal joint, and a connector disposed over the distal shaft. The bore limits a downward tilt of the distal shaft such that, as a rotor approaches the distal shaft, the distal shaft becomes axially aligned with the rotor by virtue of the proximal end of the rotor entering the connector or vice versa. A spring connected proximally to the connector and distally to the second universal joint is configured to decompress, thereby reversibly coupling the connector to the proximal end of the rotor, upon the motor rotationally aligning the connector with the proximal end of the rotor.
A phacoemulsification system including a phacoemulsification probe including a hollow needle configured to provide an aspiration channel, a valve module including a valve closing element configured to close the aspiration channel upon activation, and a controller for providing an electric current pulse to activate the valve closing element to close the valve module, wherein the controller is programmed to detect a vacuum surge, provide an electric current pulse to a valve actuator in order to activate the valve closing element to close the valve module, wherein the shape of the current pulse includes a first section configured to accelerate the valve closing element, and a second section to decelerate the valve closing element as the valve closing element approaches an end of travel to prevent the valve closing element from hitting the end of travel and bouncing back, thereby preventing a recoil effect. Related apparatus and methods are also described.
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SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR DETECTION OF A VITREOUS CUTTER IN SURGICAL SYSTEM
A computer based surgical support method to determine a type of handpiece connected to a surgical system is disclosed. The method includes providing irrigation fluid from an irrigation reservoir to the handpiece via an irrigation line; providing aspiration via an aspiration line; measuring a first vacuum level associated with the aspiration line; and based on the measured vacuum value, determining the type of handpiece coupled with the surgical system.
A computer based surgical support method to determine a type of handpiece connected to a surgical system is disclosed. The method includes providing irrigation fluid from an irrigation reservoir to the handpiece via an irrigation line; providing aspiration via an aspiration line; measuring a first vacuum level associated with the aspiration line; and based on the measured vacuum value, determining the type of handpiece coupled with the surgical system.
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SURGICAL HANDPIECE WITH CONSTRICTIONS IN ASPIRATION PATHWAY
A surgical handpiece is provided herein. The surgical handpiece may include: an ultrasonic horn having a lumen and configured to couple with the needle; one or more piezoelectric elements coupled with the horn and configured to ultrasonically vibrate a distal end of the needle to emulsify material; an aspiration channel extending from the distal end of the needle and through the lumen of the horn creating an aspiration pathway; and at least one constriction on an inner surface of the lumen of the horn and into the aspiration pathway, wherein the at least one constriction is configured to emulsify the material proximally along the aspiration pathway from the distal end of the needle in response to the one or more piezoelectric elements.
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Phacoemulsification Apparatus Including An Anti-Vacuum Surge Valve Mechanism
A phacoemulsification system including a phacoemulsification probe including a hollow needle configured to provide an aspiration channel, a valve module including a valve closing element configured to close the aspiration channel upon activation, and a controller for providing an electric current pulse to activate the valve closing element to close the valve module, wherein the controller is programmed to detect a vacuum surge, provide an electric current pulse to a valve actuator in order to activate the valve closing element to close the valve module, wherein the shape of the current pulse includes a first section configured to accelerate the valve closing element, and a second section to decelerate the valve closing element as the valve closing element approaches an end of travel to prevent the valve closing element from hitting the end of travel and bouncing back, thereby preventing a recoil effect. Related apparatus and methods are also described.
A surgical handpiece is provided herein. The surgical handpiece may include: an ultrasonic horn having a lumen and configured to couple with the needle; one or more piezoelectric elements coupled with the horn and configured to ultrasonically vibrate a distal end of the needle to emulsify material; an aspiration channel extending from the distal end of the needle and through the lumen of the horn creating an aspiration pathway; and at least one constriction on an inner surface of the lumen of the horn and into the aspiration pathway, wherein the at least one constriction is configured to emulsify the material proximally along the aspiration pathway from the distal end of the needle in response to the one or more piezoelectric elements.
An ultrasonic transducer is described having a resonant horn and piezoelectric elements arranged to impart vibration to the horn. The piezoelectric elements are wedge-shaped with respect to a central axis of the horn and arranged on the horn to impart to a distal end of the horn in a longitudinal direction vibration with respect to the central axis and/or a transverse direction vibration with respect to the central axis. Configurations are also described having additional wedge-shaped piezoelectric elements that may impart vibration in a second transverse direction with respect to the central axis. A phacoemulsification probe is described including wedge-shaped piezoelectric elements. Methods for energizing the piezoelectric elements are also described.
This invention is directed to compounds and compositions which are designed for use in light adjustable ophthalmic devices, such as intraocular implants, intraocular lenses, phakic intraocular lenses, contact lenses, orthokeratology lenses, rigid gas permeable lenses, corneal inlays, corneal outlays, or corneal inserts. The inventive compositions are produced from reactive monomer mixtures which when polymerized form polymers or polymeric networks having editable refractive indices. Such inventive compositions when exposed to light of certain wavelengths undergo intramolecular cycloaddition reactions thereby changing the refractive index in the irradiated regions. When used in ophthalmic devices, the inventive compositions enable post-manufacturing and/or post-operative adjustments to the optics of the devices by spatially modifying the refractive index. For example, the vision of a patient with an intraocular lens made of the inventive compositions can be fine-tuned after implantation and healing by a light treatment of the intraocular lens.
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An example lens delivery device is provided. The lens delivery device can include a body comprising a channel therethrough. A first interference portion can be located within the channel. A plunger can be configured to receive a user-supplied force to move the plunger axially through the channel of the body. The plunger can include a second interference portion, located along a length of the plunger, configured to interact with the first interference portion during the axial movement of the plunger to form a damping mechanism to maintain a specified resistance to the user-supplied force.
This invention is directed to compounds and compositions which are designed for use in light adjustable ophthalmic devices, such as intraocular implants, intraocular lenses, phakic intraocular lenses, contact lenses, orthokeratology lenses, rigid gas permeable lenses, corneal inlays, corneal outlays, or corneal inserts. The inventive compositions are produced from reactive monomer mixtures which when polymerized form polymers or polymeric networks having editable refractive indices. Such inventive compositions when exposed to light of certain wavelengths undergo intramolecular cycloaddition reactions thereby changing the refractive index in the irradiated regions. When used in ophthalmic devices, the inventive compositions enable post-manufacturing and/or post-operative adjustments to the optics of the devices by spatially modifying the refractive index. For example, the vision of a patient with an intraocular lens made of the inventive compositions can be fine-tuned after implantation and healing by a light treatment of the intraocular lens.
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This invention is directed to compounds and compositions which are designed for use in light adjustable ophthalmic devices, such as intraocular implants, intraocular lenses, phakic intraocular lenses, contact lenses, orthokeratology lenses, rigid gas permeable lenses, corneal inlays, corneal outlays, or corneal inserts. The inventive compositions are produced from reactive monomer mixtures which when polymerized form polymers or polymeric networks having editable refractive indices. Such inventive compositions when exposed to light of certain wavelengths undergo intramolecular cycloaddition reactions thereby changing the refractive index in the irradiated regions. When used in ophthalmic devices, the inventive compositions enable post-manufacturing and/or post-operative adjustments to the optics of the devices by spatially modifying the refractive index. For example, the vision of a patient with an intraocular lens made of the inventive compositions can be fine-tuned after implantation and healing by a light treatment of the intraocular lens.
An example lens delivery device is provided. The lens delivery device can include a body comprising a channel therethrough. A first interference portion can be located within the channel. A plunger can be configured to receive a user-supplied force to move the plunger axially through the channel of the body. The plunger can include a second interference portion, located along a length of the plunger, configured to interact with the first interference portion during the axial movement of the plunger to form a damping mechanism to maintain a specified resistance to the user-supplied force.
An ultrasonic transducer is described having a resonant horn and piezoelectric elements arranged to impart vibration to the horn. The piezoelectric elements are wedge-shaped with respect to a central axis of the horn and arranged on the horn to impart to a distal end of the horn in a longitudinal direction vibration with respect to the central axis and/or a transverse direction vibration with respect to the central axis. Configurations are also described having additional wedge-shaped piezoelectric elements that may impart vibration in a second transverse direction with respect to the central axis. A phacoemulsification probe is described including wedge-shaped piezoelectric elements. Methods for energizing the piezoelectric elements are also described.
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MATERIALS AND METHODS FOR LIGHT ADJUSTABLE OPHTHALMIC DEVICES
This invention is directed to compounds and compositions which are designed for use in light adjustable ophthalmic devices, such as intraocular implants, intraocular lenses, phakic intraocular lenses, contact lenses, orthokeratology lenses, rigid gas permeable lenses, corneal inlays, corneal outlays, or corneal inserts. The inventive compositions are produced from reactive monomer mixtures which when polymerized form polymers or polymeric networks having editable refractive indices. Such inventive compositions when exposed to light of certain wavelengths undergo intramolecular cycloaddition reactions thereby changing the refractive index in the irradiated regions. When used in ophthalmic devices, the inventive compositions enable post-manufacturing and/or post-operative adjustments to the optics of the devices by spatially modifying the refractive index. For example, the vision of a patient with an intraocular lens made of the inventive compositions can be fine-tuned after implantation and healing by a light treatment of the intraocular lens.
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A surgical system having a handpiece with a distal end; a pumping module configured for transmitting and/or evacuating fluid via the handpiece; a pressure sensor assembly positioned along fluid flow between the pumping module and distal end of the handpiece and configured for providing data on fluid pressure along the fluid flow; and a controller having one or more processors configured for operating the pumping module. The pressure sensor assembly includes at least three sensors positioned at two or more locations along the path of fluid flow between the pumping module and the distal end. The controller is configured for obtaining pressure data from the at least three sensors of the arrangement of sensors, and for processing the pressure data of the different sensors in accordance with a rotation rate of the pumping module to determine status of pressure data output by the at least three sensors.
A surgical system having a handpiece with a distal end; a pumping module configured for transmitting and/or evacuating fluid via the handpiece; a pressure sensor assembly positioned along fluid flow between the pumping module and distal end of the handpiece and configured for providing data on fluid pressure along the fluid flow; and a controller having one or more processors configured for operating the pumping module. The pressure sensor assembly includes at least three sensors positioned at two or more locations along the path of fluid flow between the pumping module and the distal end. The controller is configured for obtaining pressure data from the at least three sensors of the arrangement of sensors, and for processing the pressure data of the different sensors in accordance with a rotation rate of the pumping module to determine status of pressure data output by the at least three sensors.
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Described are implementations of systems and methods for an improved machine learning-based system that incorporates pre-operative and intraoperative measurements captured during surgery, as well as additional patient-specific data, to provide an individualized, highly accurate post-operative manifest refraction prediction. According to some embodiments, a determination engine generates a predictive feature set of one or more predictors associated with diagnostic measurements of one or more eyes and performs a recursive selection operation using one or more combinations within the predictive feature set and one or more models to produce a most predictive subset, the most predictive subset having a highest prediction accuracy among other predictive subsets for post-operative manifest refraction. The determination engine generates a determination model by refining and retraining the one or more models of the recursive selection operation utilizing the most predictive subset.
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SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS FOR PHACOEMULSIFICATION SURGERY
A surgical instrument for phacoemulsification procedures is disclosed. The surgical instrument may include a handpiece assembly and a cleaning member. The cleaning member may be coupled with the handpiece assembly. The cleaning member may be configured to be inserted into anterior chamber of the eye of a patient and into a capsular bag of the eye. The cleaning member may include one or more polishing elements configured to detach material from the capsular bag.
A phacoemulsification system and a method for controlling a surgical system, the method including: providing an ophthalmic surgical system comprising: a phacoemulsification probe having a needle at a distal end and an ultrasonic transducer, wherein the needle is configured to be inserted into an eye of a patient; an aspiration line, wherein the aspiration line is fluidly coupled with the needle; an aspiration pump; a control device configured for a user to control the aspiration pump; and a processor; obtaining a value of intraocular pressure (IOP) within the eye; receiving a trigger from a user of the ophthalmic surgical system; and in response to receiving the trigger, operating the aspiration pump at a higher aspiration rate, for a period of time, wherein the period of time is determined in accordance with the value of the IOP.
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SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS FOR PHACOEMULSIFICATION SURGERY
A surgical instrument for phacoemulsification procedures is disclosed. The surgical instrument may include a handpiece assembly and a cleaning member. The cleaning member may be coupled with the handpiece assembly. The cleaning member may be configured to be inserted into anterior chamber of the eye of a patient and into a capsular bag of the eye. The cleaning member may include one or more polishing elements configured to detach material from the capsular bag.
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Adaptive Vacuum Booster for Phacoemulsification Operations
A phacoemulsification system and a method for controlling a surgical system, the method including: providing an ophthalmic surgical system comprising: a phacoemulsification probe having a needle at a distal end and an ultrasonic transducer, wherein the needle is configured to be inserted into an eye of a patient; an aspiration line, wherein the aspiration line is fluidly coupled with the needle; an aspiration pump; a control device configured for a user to control the aspiration pump; and a processor; obtaining a value of intraocular pressure (IOP) within the eye; receiving a trigger from a user of the ophthalmic surgical system; and in response to receiving the trigger, operating the aspiration pump at a higher aspiration rate, for a period of time, wherein the period of time is determined in accordance with the value of the IOP.
An apparatus to control laser energy for ophthalmic surgery is disclosed. The apparatus may include a laser source configured to generate a laser beam. The apparatus may also include a beam shaping apparatus having a rotatable element positioned in a path of the laser beam. The rotatable element may have a plurality of apertures and may be rotatable about an axis of rotation. Further, the apparatus may include a control unit configured to generate one or more frequency pulse trains. In addition, the apparatus may include a motor configured to rotate the rotatable element to align one of the plurality of apertures with the path of the laser beam for changing or modifying a characteristic of the laser beam. The motor may be driven based on the one or more frequency pulse trains.
A phacoemulsification device includes a phacoemulsification probe and a processor. The phacoemulsification probe includes a piezoelectric crystal configured to vibrate in response to a drive signal, a needle configured to be inserted into a lens capsule of an eye and to be vibrated by the piezoelectric crystal, and a set of magnetic-field components. The set includes (i) one or more magnetic-field generators configured to generate a magnetic field, and (ii) one or more magnetic-field sensors configured to sense the magnetic field. At least one of the magnetic-field components is coupled to vibrate with the needle and at least one other of the magnetic-field components is isolated from vibration of the needle, thereby causing the magnetic-field sensors to output signals indicative of the vibration. The processor is configured to adaptively adjust a frequency of the drive signal so as to vibrate the needle at a resonant frequency of the piezoelectric crystal.
Systems and methods for streaming video content relating to an ophthalmic surgical procedure are provided herein. A method includes receiving video content captured from a video source during the ophthalmic surgical procedure and receiving overlay information. A method includes sending at least a portion of the video content and the overlay information to a processing device configured to provide a video stream enhancement application, and receiving image enhancement information from the processing device. A method includes processing the video content based on the received image enhancement information to produce an enhanced video stream including an overlay representing at least at portion of the overlay information and sending, using a communication interface, the enhanced video stream to one or more receive devices configured to display the enhanced video stream.
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Systems and methods for streaming video content relating to an ophthalmic surgical procedure are provided herein. A method includes receiving video content captured from a video source during the ophthalmic surgical procedure and receiving overlay information. A method includes sending at least a portion of the video content and the overlay information to a processing device configured to provide a video stream enhancement application, and receiving image enhancement information from the processing device. A method includes processing the video content based on the received image enhancement information to produce an enhanced video stream including an overlay representing at least at portion of the overlay information and sending, using a communication interface, the enhanced video stream to one or more receive devices configured to display the enhanced video stream.
Disclosed are co-polymers which are produced from reactive monomer mixtures and which have both high refractive index and a high Abbe number. These materials are well suited for use as implantable ophthalmic devices and have a refractive index which may be edited through application of energy. When used for an intraocular lens, the high refractive index allows for a thin lens which compresses to allow a small incision size.
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A luer fitting that included a body having a proximal region, a distal region, and a length therebetween. The body includes: a recessed region within a portion of the length of the body at the proximal region, the recessed region having a proximal end opening, an inner back wall and an inner circumferential sidewall; a barb extending proximally from the inner back wall; and a passage between a first opening at the distal region of the body to a second opening at a proximal end of the barb, the passage forming an inner surface and having a first inner diameter at or near the first opening at the distal region opening that is greater than a second inner diameter at or near the inner back wall of the recessed region, wherein the transition between the first inner diameter and the second inner diameter is curvilinear.
A luer fitting that included a body having a proximal region, a distal region, and a length therebetween. The body includes: a recessed region within a portion of the length of the body at the proximal region, the recessed region having a proximal end opening, an inner back wall and an inner circumferential sidewall; a barb extending proximally from the inner back wall; and a passage between a first opening at the distal region of the body to a second opening at a proximal end of the barb, the passage forming an inner surface and having a first inner diameter at or near the first opening at the distal region opening that is greater than a second inner diameter at or near the inner back wall of the recessed region, wherein the transition between the first inner diameter and the second inner diameter is curvilinear.
An example lens management device can include a sleeve, a modular cartridge configured to house a lens, and a tray configured to transition from a first position to a second position. The tray can include a first tray component configured to removably hold the modular cartridge, and a second tray component movably attached to the first tray component. The modular cartridge can be configured to house the lens in a third position when the tray is in the first position, and in a fourth position when the tray is in the second position, the fourth position being distal to the third position. Transitioning the tray from the first to the second position causes the sleeve to enter into the modular cartridge such that the distal tip of the sleeve is positioned to engage with the lens and move the lens from the third position to the fourth position.
An intraocular lens (IOL) management device (100) includes a sleeve (108) comprising a distal tip and a center lumen, a modular cartridge (110) configured to house a lens, and a tray (102) configured to transition from a first position to a second position. The tray includes a first tray component (104) configured to removably hold the modular cartridge, and a second tray component (106) movably attached to the first tray component. The modular cartridge is configured to house the lens in a third position when the tray is in the first position, and in a fourth position when the tray is in the second position, the fourth position being distal to the third position. Transitioning the tray from the first to the second position causes the sleeve (108) to enter into the modular cartridge such that the distal tip of the sleeve is positioned to engage with the lens and move the lens from the third position to the fourth position. A second lens management device does not comprise a modular cartridge and the lens is housed directly in the first tray component.
Aspects of the disclosure include a cataract simulation device for simulating a plurality of visions or images before and/or after cataract surgery by using Augmented Reality. The simulated visions or images may be utilized to display to a user how the user's vision would appear when certain types of lenses are implanted in the patient's eye, or how the user's vision would be with certain types of optical conditions such as cataracts. The simulated visions or images may be utilized to better assess the vision of the user following implantation of such lenses following cataract surgery.
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DETERMINING FLUID FLOW RATE IN A PHACOEMULSIFICATION PROBE
Apparatus for determining a fluid flow rate in a channel of a phacoemulsification probe, including a first pressure sensor, coupled with fluid in the channel at a first position. A second pressure sensor couples with the fluid in the channel at a second position, at a preset distance from the first position, and the fluid flows from the first to the second position. A processor acquires from the first pressure sensor first indications of a pressure profile of a portion of the fluid passing the first pressure sensor, and acquires from the second pressure sensor second indications of a pressure profile of the fluid passing the second pressure sensor. The processor correlates the first and second indications to determine a time for the fluid portion to travel from the first to the second position, and calculates the fluid flow rate in response to the time and the preset distance.
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Determining fluid flow rate in a phacoemulsification probe
Apparatus for determining a fluid flow rate in a channel of a phacoemulsification probe, including a first pressure sensor, coupled with fluid in the channel at a first position. A second pressure sensor couples with the fluid in the channel at a second position, at a preset distance from the first position, and the fluid flows from the first to the second position. A processor acquires from the first pressure sensor first indications of a pressure profile of a portion of the fluid passing the first pressure sensor, and acquires from the second pressure sensor second indications of a pressure profile of the fluid passing the second pressure sensor. The processor correlates the first and second indications to determine a time for the fluid portion to travel from the first to the second position, and calculates the fluid flow rate in response to the time and the preset distance.
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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DETECTION OF CORNEA COLLAPSE
A system and method for use in eye surgery. The system includes at least one light source, a detection unit, and a detection circuit. The at least one light source is configured and operable to emit one or more illumination beams directed at a region of a corneal surface of a patient's eye. The detection unit includes an arrangement of light detectors positioned for collecting a reflected beam reflected from the region of the corneal surface of the patient's eye. The detection circuit is configured for collecting and analyzing a detection signal from the detection unit, and for detecting variations of the reflected beam pattern over time indicative of surface curvature changes of the corneal surface region. In response to detecting surface curvature change exceeding a predefined threshold, the detection circuit generate a response signal triggering operation of an anti-vacuum surge (AVS) mechanism.
A method, ophthalmic surgical system, and a computer program product for assessing and providing a clinical index during an ophthalmic procedure performed on a patient, the method including: providing an ophthalmic surgical system and at least one sensor coupled with the ophthalmic surgical system for sensing a parameter within an eye of the patient; obtaining a first sequence of measured values, the first sequence of values indicating measurements taken by the at least one sensor at a plurality of points in time during the medical procedure; assessing the clinical index based at least on a function of the first sequence of measured values, the function involving a deviation of each value of the first sequence of measured values from a target; and providing to a user of the medical system an indication of the clinical index.
A phacoemulsification system and a method are described. The system including: a handpiece having a needle and a sleeve at a distal end and an orientation detection unit; an irrigation module configured to supply irrigation fluid into the eye; an aspiration module configured for aspiring eye fluid; a priming cover for fitting over the distal end of the handpiece during a priming process; external pressure sensors coupled with the priming cover; one or more sensors for monitoring at irrigation and spiration pressure; and a processor configured to operate in a priming process. The priming process includes operating the irrigation module to fill the irrigation channel with fluid and remove air bubbles. The one or more processors are configured for obtaining calibration pressure data from the external pressure sensors and orientation data from the orientation detection unit and for calibrating the sensors of the system in accordance with orientation data.
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Surgical system priming with pressure calibration utilizing handpiece orientation
A phacoemulsification system and a method are described. The system including: a handpiece having a needle and a sleeve at a distal end and an orientation detection unit; an irrigation module configured to supply irrigation fluid into the eye; an aspiration module configured for aspiring eye fluid; a priming cover for fitting over the distal end of the handpiece during a priming process; external pressure sensors coupled with the priming cover; one or more sensors for monitoring at irrigation and spiration pressure; and a processor configured to operate in a priming process. The priming process includes operating the irrigation module to fill the irrigation channel with fluid and remove air bubbles. The one or more processors are configured for obtaining calibration pressure data from the external pressure sensors and orientation data from the orientation detection unit and for calibrating the sensors of the system in accordance with orientation data.
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System and method for detection of cornea collapse
A system and method for use in eye surgery. The system includes at least one light source, a detection unit, and a detection circuit. The at least one light source is configured and operable to emit one or more illumination beams directed at a region of a corneal surface of a patient's eye. The detection unit includes an arrangement of light detectors positioned for collecting a reflected beam reflected from the region of the corneal surface of the patient's eye. The detection circuit is configured for collecting and analyzing a detection signal from the detection unit, and for detecting variations of the reflected beam pattern over time indicative of surface curvature changes of the corneal surface region. In response to detecting surface curvature change exceeding a predefined threshold, the detection circuit generate a response signal triggering operation of an anti-vacuum surge (AVS) mechanism.
A method, ophthalmic surgical system, and a computer program product for assessing and providing a clinical index during an ophthalmic procedure performed on a patient, the method including: providing an ophthalmic surgical system and at least one sensor coupled with the ophthalmic surgical system for sensing a parameter within an eye of the patient; obtaining a first sequence of measured values, the first sequence of values indicating measurements taken by the at least one sensor at a plurality of points in time during the medical procedure; assessing the clinical index based at least on a function of the first sequence of measured values, the function involving a deviation of each value of the first sequence of measured values from a target; and providing to a user of the medical system an indication of the clinical index.
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Control of Irrigation in a Phacoemulsification System
A phacoemulsification system includes a handpiece, an irrigation module, an aspiration module, circuitry, and a processor. The handpiece includes a piezoelectric element and a needle. The needle is configured to be inserted into an eye and to be vibrated by the piezoelectric element to emulsify a lens of the eye. The irrigation module is configured to supply a flow of irrigation fluid to the eye based on respective values of at least one control parameter. The aspiration module is configured for aspiration of material from the eye. The circuitry is configured to determine a difference between the flow of irrigation fluid to the eye and an aspiration flow of the material from the eye. The processor is configured to set respective values of the at least one control parameter based on the determined difference and to provide the control parameter value(s) to the irrigation module.
A phacoemulsification system includes a handpiece, an irrigation module, an aspiration module, circuitry, and a processor. The handpiece includes a piezoelectric element and a needle. The needle is configured to be inserted into an eye and to be vibrated by the piezoelectric element to emulsify a lens of the eye. The irrigation module is configured to supply a flow of irrigation fluid to the eye based on respective values of at least one control parameter. The aspiration module is configured for aspiration of material from the eye. The circuitry is configured to determine a difference between the flow of irrigation fluid to the eye and an aspiration flow of the material from the eye. The processor is configured to set respective values of the at least one control parameter based on the determined difference and to provide the control parameter value(s) to the irrigation module.
A phacoemulsification system and a corresponding method are described. The system having a handpiece having a needle and a sleeve at a distal end to emulsify a lens of an eye; an irrigation module configured to supply irrigation fluid into the eye; an aspiration module configured for aspiring eye fluid; a priming cover for fitting over the distal end of the handpiece during a priming process; external pressure sensors coupled with the priming cover; one or more sensors for monitoring at least one of an irrigation pressure and an aspiration pressure; and a processor configured to operate in a priming process. The priming process includes operating the irrigation module to fill the irrigation channel with fluid and remove air bubbles. The one or more processors are configured for obtaining calibration pressure data from the external pressure sensors and for calibrating the sensors of the system.
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Phacoemulsification apparatus having a phacoemulsification probe that has a needle with a distal tip configured to be inserted into an eye lens, the needle having a lumen. The probe has an actuator configured to vibrate the needle, an aspiration channel, coupled with the lumen and configured to convey an emulsified particle of the lens as aspiration fluid, and an aspiration sensor, coupled with the aspiration channel and configured to measure a vacuum level within the aspiration channel. A microscope is configured to capture an image of the distal tip and of the emulsified particle. A processor is configured to provide an analysis of the image, and, in response to the analysis, when the emulsified particle is in contact with the distal tip for at least a preset time period while the vacuum level is below a predetermined threshold, energize the actuator with a pulse of energy.
A phacoemulsification system and method, the system having a probe with a needle at its distal end, the needle configured to be inserted into a patient's eye, the probe having an ultrasonic transducer; an aspiration line fluidly coupled with the needle; an AVS system configured to control fluid flow in the aspiration line; and a processor, configured to: obtain a first set of images having a first image depicting a part of the needle and a particle of a lens of the eye occluding an aspiration line of the needle; obtain a second image depicting the part of the needle, the second image captured later than the first image; determine based on the first image and the second image whether an aspiration-stopping criteria is met; and subject to the aspiration-stopping criteria being met, control the AVS system to restrict fluid flow along the aspiration line.
A phacoemulsification system and a corresponding method are described. The system having a handpiece having a needle and a sleeve at a distal end to emulsify a lens of an eye; an irrigation module configured to supply irrigation fluid into the eye; an aspiration module configured for aspiring eye fluid; a priming cover for fitting over the distal end of the handpiece during a priming process; external pressure sensors coupled with the priming cover; one or more sensors for monitoring at least one of an irrigation pressure and an aspiration pressure; and a processor configured to operate in a priming process. The priming process includes operating the irrigation module to fill the irrigation channel with fluid and remove air bubbles. The one or more processors are configured for obtaining calibration pressure data from the external pressure sensors and for calibrating the sensors of the system.
A phacoemulsification system and method, the system having a probe with a needle at its distal end, the needle configured to be inserted into a patient's eye, the probe having an ultrasonic transducer; an aspiration line fluidly coupled with the needle; an AVS system configured to control fluid flow in the aspiration line; and a processor, configured to: obtain a first set of images having a first image depicting a part of the needle and a particle of a lens of the eye occluding an aspiration line of the needle; obtain a second image depicting the part of the needle, the second image captured later than the first image; determine based on the first image and the second image whether an aspiration-stopping criteria is met; and subject to the aspiration-stopping criteria being met, control the AVS system to restrict fluid flow along the aspiration line.
A method for validating selection of a tip type for a tip of a handpiece of an ophthalmic instrument, the method includes storing a definition of multiple tip types and multiple respective visual properties of the tip types. An image of the tip is acquired by a camera during a medical procedure using the ophthalmic instrument. An actual visual property of the tip is identified in the acquired image. Based on the stored definition of the multiple tip types and the multiple respective visual properties, it is determined whether the actual visual property of the tip matches a specified tip type intended for the medical procedure. A responsive action is taken in case of a mismatch between the actual visual property and the specified visual property.
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A61B 90/20 - Surgical microscopes characterised by non-optical aspects
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Phacoemulsification apparatus having a phacoemulsification probe that has a needle with a distal tip configured to be inserted into an eye lens, the needle having a lumen. The probe has an actuator configured to vibrate the needle, an aspiration channel, coupled with the lumen and configured to convey an emulsified particle of the lens as aspiration fluid, and an aspiration sensor, coupled with the aspiration channel and configured to measure a vacuum level within the aspiration channel. A microscope is configured to capture an image of the distal tip and of the emulsified particle. A processor is configured to provide an analysis of the image, and, in response to the analysis, when the emulsified particle is in contact with the distal tip for at least a preset time period while the vacuum level is below a predetermined threshold, energize the actuator with a pulse of energy.
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A method for validating selection of a tip type for a tip of a handpiece of an ophthalmic instrument, the method includes storing a definition of multiple tip types and multiple respective visual properties of the tip types. An image of the tip is acquired by a camera during a medical procedure using the ophthalmic instrument. An actual visual property of the tip is identified in the acquired image. Based on the stored definition of the multiple tip types and the multiple respective visual properties, it is determined whether the actual visual property of the tip matches a specified tip type intended for the medical procedure. A responsive action is taken in case of a mismatch between the actual visual property and the specified visual property.
A surgical system includes a replaceable surgical cassette that is configured to be received by a surgical console, the surgical cassette permitting fluid flow through the cassette, the surgical system controlling the flow of fluid through the cassette via one or more flexible valves actuated by one or more actuation plungers located on the surgical console. The one or more flexible valves of the surgical cassette and the one or more actuation plungers of the surgical console include a positioning feature configured to assist with positioning the one or more actuation plungers to apply uniform and symmetric pressure to the one or more valves during actuation.
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A wrench assembly for attachment and removal of a tip to a handpiece of a surgical system includes a core and a shell including a central portion that defines a central bore. In various embodiments, the core includes an outer portion fixedly coupled to the shell and an inner portion configured for insertion into the central bore. The inner portion is removably coupled to the outer portion by a separation mechanism configured to facilitate separation of the inner portion from the outer portion at a predetermined torque.
A system for managing phacoemulsification surgery having a cassette with at least one pressure sensor and at least one fluid channel, wherein the at least one pressure sensor is fluidly coupled with the at least one fluid channel. The surgical console also having a controller and a cassette receiving area, for engaging with the cassette, wherein the controller is configured to compare at least one pressure measurement from the at least one pressure sensor to at least one predetermined value indicative of an identifiable cassette type.
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A phacoemulsification probe includes a distal end, an aspiration channel, and an anti-vacuum surge (AVS) module. The distal end is configured for insertion into an eye of a patient. The aspiration channel is coupled with the distal end for evacuating material from the eye. The AVS module includes (i) a disposable portion, which is detachably coupled with the aspiration channel, and comprises a valve part configured to be moved to regulate flow in the aspiration channel, and (ii) a reusable portion, which is configured to move the valve part in response to one or more command signals.
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PHACOEMULSIFICATION HANDPIECE WITH INTEGRATED ANTI-VACUUM SURGE MODULE
A phacoemulsification probe includes a distal end, an aspiration channel, and an anti-vacuum surge (AVS) module. The distal end is configured for insertion into an eye of a patient. The aspiration channel is coupled with the distal end for evacuating material from the eye. The AVS module includes (i) a disposable portion, which is detachably coupled with the aspiration channel, and comprises a valve part configured to be moved to regulate flow in the aspiration channel, and (ii) a reusable portion, which is configured to move the valve part in response to one or more command signals.
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An apparatus, system and method for a phacoemulsification handpiece. Included are: at least a first segment having a longitudinal axis, and a first end and a second end, wherein at least aspiration, irrigation and power inputs enter the first end; a second segment along the longitudinal axis and comprising, at a distalmost portion thereof from the first segment, a needle powered by the power input, an aspiration output, and an irrigation output; a rotating coupler capable of coupling the second end of the first segment and the second segment to enable independent axial rotation about the longitudinal axis of the first segment from the second segment; and a plurality of flexible tubing passing substantially along the longitudinal axis within both the first segment and the second segment. The plurality of flexible tubing flexes within the first and second segments and within the rotating coupler so as not to bind during the independent axial rotation.
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A phacoemulsification valve for controlling flow of eye fluid, consisting of an enclosure, a first lumen within the enclosure, having a first and a second termination, a second lumen within the enclosure, intersecting the first lumen, so that the first lumen separates the second lumen into a first and a second section, and a pin, that slides within the first lumen between a first position, wherein the pin prevents transfer of the eye fluid between the first and second sections and a second position, wherein the pin permits transfer of the eye fluid between the first and second sections. The valve also includes a first coil, proximate to the first termination, which when energized transfers the pin between the first and second positions, and a second coil, positioned in proximity to the second termination, which when energized transfers the pin between the second and first positions.
A phacoemulsification valve for controlling flow of eye fluid, consisting of an enclosure, a first lumen within the enclosure, having a first and a second termination, a second lumen within the enclosure, intersecting the first lumen, so that the first lumen separates the second lumen into a first and a second section, and a pin, that slides within the first lumen between a first position, wherein the pin prevents transfer of the eye fluid between the first and second sections and a second position, wherein the pin permits transfer of the eye fluid between the first and second sections. The valve also includes a first coil, proximate to the first termination, which when energized transfers the pin between the first and second positions, and a second coil, positioned in proximity to the second termination, which when energized transfers the pin between the second and first positions.
An anti-vacuum surge (AVS) cartridge includes a solenoid valve with a magnetic plunger having parallel flattened surfaces, in a valve cavity of a rectangular or other similar cross section. The flattened surfaces of the plunger are oppositely disposed from each other and are in line with the flow path through the aspiration channel of the AVS cartridge.
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ANTI-VACUUM SURGE MODULE WITH RECTANGULAR VALVE CHAMBER
An anti-vacuum surge (AVS) cartridge includes a solenoid valve with a magnetic plunger having parallel flattened surfaces, in a valve cavity of a rectangular or other similar cross section. The flattened surfaces of the plunger are oppositely disposed from each other and are in line with the flow path through the aspiration channel of the AVS cartridge.
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An apparatus includes a base, including two motors and a mechanical coupling mechanism, and a cartridge shaped to define two stators and respective pairs of ports in fluidic communication with the stators. The cartridge is removably insertable into the base and includes two rotors disposed, respectively, within the stators. The mechanical coupling mechanism is configured to mechanically couple the rotors to the motors, respectively, such that, following insertion of the cartridge into the base, the motors rotate the rotors, thereby pumping fluid through the pairs of ports. Other embodiments are also described.
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F04B 9/02 - Piston machines or pumps characterised by the driving or driven means to or from their working members the means being mechanical
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A phacoemulsification simulation apparatus includes a trigger device, at least two sensors, and a processor. The trigger device configured to apply, to fluid at an inlet of a needle of a phacoemulsifier, a pressure profile as a function of time in response to an input waveform. The at least two sensors are configured to measure a pressure of the fluid at respective points in the phacoemulsification simulation apparatus. The processor is configured to (a) drive the trigger device with the input waveform, thereby causing the trigger device to apply the pressure profile to the inlet while the fluid is aspirated via an aspiration line, (b) receive measurements of the pressure of the fluid from the at least two sensors, and (c) analyze an aspiration performance of the phacoemulsifier in response to the measurements.
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A phacoemulsification apparatus includes an ultrasound transmitter, an irrigation-aspiration tool, a robotic arm, and a processor. The ultrasound transmitter is configured to generate and focus an ultrasound beam into a lens capsule of an eye of a patient, to emulsify a lens of the eye. The irrigation-aspiration tool having a distal end including an outlet of an irrigation channel for flowing irrigation fluid into the lens capsule, and an inlet of an aspiration channel for removing material from the lens capsule. The robotic arm is configured to move the distal end of the irrigation-aspiration tool inside the lens capsule. The processor is configured to control the ultrasound transmitter to irradiate one or more target locations in the eye capsule with the focused ultrasound beam, and control the robotic arm to move the distal end of the irrigation-aspiration tool in coordination with the target locations irradiated by the ultrasound transmitter.
Systems and methods for sensing tissue in a phacoemulsification procedure are provided herein. A method may include generating a sensing signal through a frequency range centered at a local resonant frequency of an ultrasonic handpiece and measuring impedance characteristics of the signal at a distal end of a needle of an ultrasonic handpiece. A method may further include comparing the measured impedance characteristics of the generated sensing signal with one or more stored impedance profiles. A method may further include classifying, based on the comparison between the measured impedance characteristics and the stored one or more impedance profiles, a medium contacting the distal end of the needle. A method may further include controlling an output of the ultrasonic handpiece based on the classification of the medium contacting the tip of the needle.
A system, method and computer program product, the system comprising : a phacoemulsification probe having a needle at its distal end, the needle configured to be inserted into an eye of a patient; a pressure sensor; and a processor, configured to repeatedly: obtain a plurality of pressure values taken by the pressure sensor, each of the plurality of pressure values indicating an intraocular pressure (IOP) measurement taken during a surgical procedure; calculate an overall measurement for the surgical procedure based on the pressure values; and displaying on a display device a graphic representation of the overall measurement.
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METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR EVALUATING PERFORMANCE OF INTRA OCULAR PRESSURE SENSORS AND MAINTENANCE SYSTEMS
A system, method and computer program product, the system comprising: a phacoemulsification probe having a needle at its distal end, the needle configured to be inserted into an eye of a patient; a pressure sensor, and a processor, configured to repeatedly: obtain a plurality of pressure values taken by the pressure sensor, each of the plurality of pressure values indicating an intraocular pressure (IOP) measurement taken during a surgical procedure; calculate an overall measurement for the surgical procedure based on the pressure values; and displaying on a display device a graphic representation of the overall measurement.
A surgical system for the treatment of ocular problems including a surgical cassette, a surgical console operatively coupled to the surgical cassette and further including a processor, a vacuum source positioned in-line with a vacuum regulator and a mass air flow controller, and a tank fluidly connected to the mass air flow controller, wherein the processor is configured to calculate an air flow set point in accordance with a received at least one user-defined fluid flow rate set point; and wherein the mass air flow controller modulates air flow from the tank to the vacuum source in accordance with the received the air flow set point to meet a user-defined fluid flow rate.
Systems and methods for sensing tissue in a phacoemulsification procedure are provided herein. A method may include generating a sensing signal through a frequency range centered at a local resonant frequency of an ultrasonic handpiece and measuring impedance characteristics of the signal at a distal end of a needle of an ultrasonic handpiece. A method may further include comparing the measured impedance characteristics of the generated sensing signal with one or more stored impedance profiles. A method may further include classifying, based on the comparison between the measured impedance characteristics and the stored one or more impedance profiles, a medium contacting the distal end of the needle. A method may further include controlling an output of the ultrasonic handpiece based on the classification of the medium contacting the tip of the needle.
A system for delivering an intraocular lens (IOL) is disclosed, including: a handpiece including a barrel defining an elongate passage, a pushrod disposed inside the elongate passage, and a plunger coupled to the pushrod; and a delivery unit coupled to a first end of the barrel, the delivery unit including a delivery tube and a lens holder coupled to the delivery tube, the lens holder including a lead haptic shelf arranged to receive a lead haptic of an IOL that is contained inside the lens holder, wherein the lead haptic shelf is configured to fold the lead haptic of the IOL over a body of the IOL while permitting the IOL to travel under the lead haptic shelf when the IOL is displaced from the lens holder to the delivery tube by the pushrod during delivery of the IOL into a patient's eye.
A computer-based automated phacoemulsification method is disclosed. The method includes determining a vacuum measurement based on a reading from a sensor coupled with an aspiration line; comparing the vacuum measurement to the at least one vacuum threshold; and providing an ultrasound power based on the comparison of the vacuum measurement to the at least one vacuum threshold.
A needle for use with a phacoemulsification handpiece is disclosed. The needle may compromise an elongated needle body having a proximal end and a distal end terminating at a junction point; a first tine having a proximal end and a distal end terminating in a first tip; a second tine having a proximal end and a distal end terminating in a second tip, wherein the proximal end of the first tine and the proximal end of the second tine are each connected at the junction point.
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SINGLE PIECE INTRAOCULAR LENS WITH INTEGRALLY COUPLED HAPTICS
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Phacoemulsification apparatus, consisting of a phacoemulsification probe having a distal end including a combination of a needle and a sleeve, the combination being configured for insertion into an eye of a patient, and being configured for fluid transfer between the eye and the combination. The apparatus has an ultrasound actuator configured to vibrate the needle, a first sensor configured to output a first indication indicative of physical contact between the needle and a lens of the eye, and a second sensor configured to output a second indication indicative of a parameter associated with the fluid transferred by the combination. A microcontroller is configured to receive the first and the second indication, to calculate a threshold for the first indication in response to the second indication, and to activate and deactivate the ultrasound actuator in response to the first indication crossing the threshold.
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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR REMOVAL OF CORNEAL SPECULAR REFLECTIONS IN EYE IMAGING
Methods and devices are disclosed for pulsed LED illumination, image capture processing to remove corneal specular reflections in torsion images for iris registration. A system may first and second infrared LED light sources and a torsion camera to capture images during illumination of a patient's eye based on a pulsed synchronization signal. Within a period of time, a first image is captured having a reflection from the first LED light source and then a second image is captured having a reflection from the second LED light source. The first and second images are processed to remove respective areas having corneal specular reflections and combined into a third image not including any specular reflections. Various embodiments are disclosed including implementations with excimer and femtosecond laser eye surgery platforms.
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Phacoemulsification apparatus, consisting of a phacoemulsification probe having a distal end including a combination of a needle and a sleeve, the combination being configured for insertion into an eye of a patient, and being configured for fluid transfer between the eye and the combination. The apparatus has an ultrasound actuator configured to vibrate the needle, a first sensor configured to output a first indication indicative of physical contact between the needle and a lens of the eye, and a second sensor configured to output a second indication indicative of a parameter associated with the fluid transferred by the combination. A microcontroller is configured to receive the first and the second indication, to calculate a threshold for the first indication in response to the second indication, and to activate and deactivate the ultrasound actuator in response to the first indication crossing the threshold.
A needle for use with a phacoemulsification handpiece is disclosed. The needle may compromise an elongated needle body having a proximal end and a distal end terminating at a junction point; a first tine having a proximal end and a distal end terminating in a first tip; a second tine having a proximal end and a distal end terminating in a second tip, wherein the proximal end of the first tine and the proximal end of the second tine are each connected at the junction point.
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PHACOEMULSIFICATION VACUUM SURGE DETECTION WITH CORRELATED VACUUM AND PRESSURE READINGS
A method includes calculating in real-time a correlation between vacuum readings and pressure readings of respective aspiration and irrigation channels of a phacoemulsification handpiece engaged in a phacoemulsification procedure in an eye. Upon detecting an increase in the vacuum readings and an increase in the pressure readings, a current level of the correlation is checked. Provided that the current level of the correlation is above a given value, an anti-vacuum surge (AVS) mechanism is activated, the AVS mechanism fluidly coupled with at least one of the irrigation and aspiration channels.
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Disclosed are hydrophobic, acrylic materials having both high refractive index and a high Abbe number. The materials may have an internal wetting agent, are well suited for use as implantable ophthalmic devices, and have a refractive index which may be edited through application of energy. When used for an intraocular lens, the high refractive index allows for a thin lens which compresses to allow a small incision size.
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A method includes calculating in real-time a correlation between vacuum readings and pressure readings of respective aspiration and irrigation channels of a phacoemulsification handpiece engaged in a phacoemulsification procedure in an eye. Upon detecting an increase in the vacuum readings and an increase in the pressure readings, a current level of the correlation is checked. Provided that the current level of the correlation is above a given value, an anti-vacuum surge (AVS) mechanism is activated, the AVS mechanism fluidly coupled with at least one of the irrigation and aspiration channels.
A system includes an ocular surgical handpiece including an irrigation conduit. The system further includes an irrigation tube, configured to establish fluidic communication between a supply of irrigation fluid and the irrigation conduit, such that the irrigation fluid flows distally from the supply, via the irrigation tube and the irrigation conduit, to an eye of a patient. The system further includes a pressure regulator, configured to regulate an intraocular pressure of the eye by regulating the flow of the irrigation fluid within the irrigation conduit, within the irrigation tube, or between the irrigation conduit and the irrigation tube. Other examples are also described.
A system includes an ocular surgical handpiece including an irrigation conduit. The system further includes an irrigation tube, configured to establish fluidic communication between a supply of irrigation fluid and the irrigation conduit, such that the irrigation fluid flows distally from the supply, via the irrigation tube and the irrigation conduit, to an eye of a patient. The system further includes a pressure regulator, configured to regulate an intraocular pressure of the eye by regulating the flow of the irrigation fluid within the irrigation conduit, within the irrigation tube, or between the irrigation conduit and the irrigation tube. Other examples are also described.
A system includes an anti-vacuum surge (AVS) mechanism and a processor. The AVS mechanism is configured to suppress a vacuum surge during the phacoemulsification procedure. The processor is configured to (i) during the phacoemulsification procedure, receive pressure readings from one or more sensors, (ii) using the pressure readings, estimate an occurrence of a vacuum surge, and (iii) upon estimating the occurrence of the vacuum surge, activate the AVS mechanism in a predefined pulsed manner to suppress the vacuum surge.
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An apparatus includes a compressor, which is configured to compress air and includes an input port and an output port, an output conduit coupled with the output port and configured to receive the air from the compressor, an input conduit coupled with the input port, a switching valve coupled with the output conduit and with the input conduit, and configured to couple a pneumatic surgical cutting tool, alternatingly, with the output conduit and with the input conduit, and a supply conduit coupled with the input conduit and configured to supply the air, to the input conduit, from a surrounding environment. The supply conduit includes a one- way valve configured to inhibit the air from escaping from the input conduit to the surrounding environment when the compressor is idle. Other examples are also described.
A system includes an anti-vacuum surge (AVS) mechanism and a processor. The AVS mechanism is configured to suppress a vacuum surge during the phacoemulsification procedure. The processor is configured to (i) during the phacoemulsification procedure, receive pressure readings from one or more sensors, (ii) using the pressure readings, estimate an occurrence of a vacuum surge, and (iii) upon estimating the occurrence of the vacuum surge, activate the AVS mechanism in a predefined pulsed manner to suppress the vacuum surge.
An apparatus includes a compressor, which is configured to compress air and includes an input port and an output port, an output conduit coupled with the output port and configured to receive the air from the compressor, an input conduit coupled with the input port, a switching valve coupled with the output conduit and with the input conduit, and configured to couple a pneumatic surgical cutting tool, alternatingly, with the output conduit and with the input conduit, and a supply conduit coupled with the input conduit and configured to supply the air, to the input conduit, from a surrounding environment. The supply conduit includes a one-way valve configured to inhibit the air from escaping from the input conduit to the surrounding environment when the compressor is idle. Other examples are also described.
A phacoemulsification system and an operation method thereof, the system including a handpiece having a piezoelectric element and a needle, wherein the needle is configured to be inserted into an eye and to be vibrated by the piezoelectric element to emulsify a lens of the eye; an irrigation module configured to supply a flow of irrigation fluid into the eye; an aspiration module configured for removing material from the eye; image capturing means for acquiring images which include the eye; an image analysis module configured to determine whether at least a distal tip of the needle is present in the captured images; and a processor, which is configured to receive a determination from the image analysis module as to whether the distal tip of the needle is present in the captured images, and to control operation of at least the irrigation module according to the determination.
A phacoemulsification system, including a probe having an irrigation channel and an aspiration channel, and a distal end including a needle and a sleeve insertable into an eye. There is an irrigation pump pumping irrigation fluid via the irrigation channel into the eye, and an aspiration pump pumping aspiration fluid via the aspiration channel from the eye. A first pressure sensor is coupled with the irrigation fluid and provides a first signal of intraocular pressure ( TOP ) in the eye; a second pressure sensor is coupled with the aspiration fluid and provides a second signal of the TOP. A system processor receives the first and second signals, and responsively to at least one of the signals, identifies at least one frequency and an associated at least one phase of the TOP, and pumps at least one of the pumps at the identified frequency and in antiphase to the identified phase.
A phacoemulsification system, comprising: a handpiece comprising a piezoelectric element and a needle, the needle configured to be inserted into an eye and to be vibrated by the piezoelectric element to emulsify a lens of the eye; an irrigation module configured to supply a flow of irrigation fluid into the eye; an aspiration module configured for removing material from the eye; circuitry configured to determine whether at least a distal tip of the needle is inside the eye or is outside the eye; and a processor, which is configured to receive a determination from the circuitry as to whether the distal tip of the needle is inside or outside the eye, and to control operation of at least the irrigation module according to the determination.
A phacoemulsification system, comprising: a handpiece comprising a piezoelectric element and a needle, the needle configured to be inserted into an eye and to be vibrated by the piezoelectric element to emulsify a lens of the eye; an irrigation module configured to supply a flow of irrigation fluid into the eye; an aspiration module configured for removing material from the eye; circuitry configured to determine whether at least a distal tip of the needle is inside the eye or is outside the eye; and a processor, which is configured to receive a determination from the circuitry as to whether the distal tip of the needle is inside or outside the eye, and to control operation of at least the irrigation module according to the determination.
A phacoemulsification system and an operation method thereof, the system including a handpiece having a piezoelectric element and a needle, wherein the needle is configured to be inserted into an eye and to be vibrated by the piezoelectric element to emulsify a lens of the eye; an irrigation module configured to supply a flow of irrigation fluid into the eye; an aspiration module configured for removing material from the eye; image capturing means for acquiring images which include the eye; an image analysis module configured to determine whether at least a distal tip of the needle is present in the captured images; and a processor, which is configured to receive a determination from the image analysis module as to whether the distal tip of the needle is present in the captured images, and to control operation of at least the irrigation module according to the determination.
A phacoemulsification system, including a probe having an irrigation channel and an aspiration channel, and a distal end including a needle and a sleeve insertable into an eye. There is an irrigation pump pumping irrigation fluid via the irrigation channel into the eye, and an aspiration pump pumping aspiration fluid via the aspiration channel from the eye. A first pressure sensor is coupled with the irrigation fluid and provides a first signal of intraocular pressure (IOP) in the eye; a second pressure sensor is coupled with the aspiration fluid and provides a second signal of the IOP. A system processor receives the first and second signals, and responsively to at least one of the signals, identifies at least one frequency and an associated at least one phase of the IOP, and pumps at least one of the pumps at the identified frequency and in antiphase to the identified phase.
A system for learning actual phacoemulsification energy setpoints at the time of occlusion breaks during ophthalmic surgery. Phacoemulsification energy setpoints may be recorded over different periods of time, such as during current cases and over a lifetime of cases. The recorded data would then be used to determine future phacoemulsification energy setting amounts.
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An apparatus for mechanically coupling a motor to a rotor includes an outer ring including an inner surface shaped to define multiple recesses, an inner ring disposed within the outer ring and shaped to define multiple compartments having respective outer openings, which face the outer ring, and respective inner openings opposite the outer openings, and multiple gripping elements disposed within the compartments, respectively. The inner ring is configured to receive the rotor while the compartments are aligned with the of recesses, by virtue of the gripping elements sitting at least partially within the recesses. The outer ring is configured to couple with a shaft coupled with the motor such that rotation of the shaft by the motor causes the compartments to become misaligned with the recesses, thereby causing the outer ring to push the gripping elements, through the outer openings, against the rotor, through the inner openings.
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Controlling vibration patterns of a phacoemulsification needle
A system includes a needle, an actuator assembly and a generator. The needle is configured to be vibrated so as to emulsify a lens of an eye. The actuator assembly, includes a first actuator, a second actuator and a third actuator, which are distributed around a longitudinal axis of the needle and are configured to vibrate along the longitudinal axis in response to a first driving signal, a second driving signal and a third driving signal, respectively. The generator is configured to generate the first driving signal, the second driving signal and the third driving signal, so as to vibrate the needle in accordance with a predefined pattern.
A phacoemulsification system, method and computer program product, the system comprising: a phacoemulsification probe having at its distal end a needle to be inserted into an eye, the probe comprising an ultrasonic transducer; an optical fiber transferring light from a source and having a distal end positioned in proximity to the tip of the needle for emitting light of predetermined frequency or pattern; a light sensor for detecting the light; and a processor, for repeatedly: receive from the sensor an indication of the detected light; determine whether the detected light complies with a condition indicating contact between the needle and a lens of the eye; subject to determining compliance with the condition and that the ultrasonic transducer being inactive, toggle the ultrasonic transducer ON; and subject to determining that the detected light does not comply with the condition and that the ultrasonic transducer being active, toggle the ultrasonic transducer OFF.
A pumping system for a phacoemulsification system, consisting of : a phacoemulsification probe, an irrigation tube providing irrigation fluid into an eye, an irrigation pump pumping the irrigation fluid, an aspiration tube conveying aspiration fluid from the eye, an aspiration pump pumping the aspiration fluid from the eye, an aspiration pump sensor providing a first signal indicating activation of the aspiration pump, and a pressure sensor providing a second signal indicating intraocular pressure ( IOP ) in the eye. A controller receives the first signal and second signals, and in response controls the irrigation pump to alter a registered flow rate of the irrigation fluid to a preset adjusted flow rate until a threshold, dependent on at least one of a time of operation of the irrigation pump at the preset adjusted flow rate and the second signal, is crossed. When crossed the irrigation fluid is pumped at the registered flow rate.
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PRESSURE SENSING ARRAY IN PHACOEMULSIFICATION HANDPIECE
A phacoemulsification system includes a phacoemulsification probe and a processor. The phacoemulsification probe has a distal end configured for insertion into an eye of a patient, the probe including ( i ) an irrigation chanel floor irrigating the eye with irrigation fluid, ( ii ) an aspiration channel for evacuating material from the eye, and ( iii ) at least one sensor array fluidly coupled to at least one of the irrigation channel and the aspiration channel, the at least one sensor array comprising multiple sensors configured to measure a parameter indicative of fluid pressure in the irrigation channel or the aspiration channel. The processor is configured to regulate at least one of irrigation flow and aspiration flow using the measured parameter.
A phacoemulsification system includes a phacoemulsification probe, an aspiration tube and an irrigation tube. The aspiration tube is connectable to the phacoemulsification probe to aspirate a cataract from an eye. The irrigation tube is connectable to the probe and, in one embodiment, has at least one integrated compliant tube section at an end near the phacoemulsification probe. Each integrated compliant tube section is less than 1% of the length of the irrigation tube, has a section diameter larger than a tube diameter of the irrigation tube, and is more compliant than a cornea of the eye. In another embodiment, a compliant tube section is connectable to an end of the irrigation tube and to the probe and is formed of a material more compliant than the irrigation tube.
A phacoemulsification probe includes an irrigation sleeve configured to fit over a hollow aspiration needle and a probe body, the irrigation sleeve to provide a fluid pathway for the flow of irrigation fluid between the needle and the walls of the irrigation sleeve, the sleeve having a distal end insertable into an incision made in an eye, the distal end having ports to release said irrigation fluid into said eye, where the walls of the irrigation sleeve have at least one anti- tortional element longitudinally placed along a length of the irrigation sleeve to provide structural support to prevent twisting of the sleeve and where the at least one anti-tortional element allows flattening of the irrigation sleeve for maneuvering of the sleeve within the eye while preserving the integrity of the incision.
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