Patent ID: 6109572
Filing Date: 2000-08-29
Classification: A61F,A61M

Abstract:
A method that elevates an infusion source, comprisingpositioning at least one extension member between a hanger and a base, the hanger holding an infusion source;directing fluid to flow through a tubular element from the infusion source to an area of the base, the infusion source being at an elevation relative to the base such that an elevational difference between the infusion source and the area of the base is sufficient to provide adequate infusion delivery from the infusion source to the area of the base of at least 250 mm Hg. of vacuum;directing fluid under the at least 250 mm Hg. of vacuum to flow through a tubular element from the area of the base through a surgical phacoemulsification handpiece; andimparting vibratory action with a tip of the handpiece.