Patent ID: 6616693
Filing Date: 2003-09-09
Classification: A61F

Abstract:
A foldable intraocular lens (IOL) for implantation in an anterior chamber of an eye, the IOL comprising:an optic centered on an optical axis, the IOL defining a planar or domed surface that is substantially perpendicular with respect to the optical axis at least at its intersection with the optical axis; and at least one fixation member having a proximal end secured to the optic, an intermediate region extending generally radially outwardly from the proximal end and a distal region secured to an outer portion of the intermediate region, the intermediate region having a circumferential width (relative to the optical axis) that is at least twice as large as its axial thickness at all points, the distal region including at least one leg portion extending away from the outer portion of the intermediate region generally perpendicularly with respect to a radial line (relative to the optical axis) through the intermediate region, the leg portion able to flex in a direction parallel to the planar or domed surface of the IOL while the intermediate region being substantially unable to flex in a direction parallel to the planar or domed surface of the IOL.