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Pressure Ridge Single Plate MoltenoŽ Implant (D1)

General Information

Vendor		Molteno Ophthalmic Limited
Item		Pressure Ridge Single Plate MoltenoŽ Implant (D1)
Features		The subsidiary ridge on this implant, when covered by Tenons capsule, acts as a pressure sensitive biological valve which limits the escape of aqueous from the eye and reduces postoperative hypotony. This MoltenoŽ Implant is particularly suitable for neovascular glaucomas, acute glaucomas in patients with reduced ciliary body function, elderly patients and combined cataract and glaucoma procedures.
Material		The implants consist of a fine bore silicone tube opening onto the upper surface of one or more episcleral plates.
Approval		New Zealand and Worldwide
Product Number		D1
Pricing		Inquire
Financing		To finance this purchase click here (U.S. customers only)

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Product Description

Long-term biocompatibility is established. Provides a robust and durable drainage system. Preplaced suture holes ensure correct positioning on the globe. Pressure Ridge MoltenoŽ Implants have a subsidiary ridge which, when covered by Tenons tissue, acts as a Pressure sensitive biological valve, limiting postoperative hypotony. The range of implants allows the surgeon to choose the drainage area according to the severity of the glaucoma. Double Plate MoltenoŽ Implants have twice the drainage area of Single Plate MoltenoŽ Implants. The twin plate design gives a large drainage area while avoiding interference with the extraocular muscles. Choice of left or right eye configurations. Insertion is well described and straightforward. The surgeon may select from a variety of ligature or stent procedures to improve the control of postoperative hypotony and bleb fibrosis.

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