Abstract: A device for removing a hollow base of a broken light bulb utilizing a member terminating in an end surface which is capable of extending into the hollow base of a bulb. The member also includes a portion capable of receiving an applied torsional force. An adhesive band is fixed to the outer surface of the member. The adhesive band bonds with the hollow base of the broken light bulb to permit removal of the same via the torsional force.

Abstract: A blood removal device utilizing a wicking element. The wicking element includes a surface exposed to blood and a zone within which is spaced from the exposed surface. An antithrombotic material is applied and held to the surface of the wicking element. A suction force is applied to the zone of the wicking element spaced from the surface exposed to the blood.

Abstract: A surgical wicking device utilizing a hollow conduit having a first end portion and a second portion terminating in an open end. The first end portion is connected to a suction source. A porous element having an outer surface and a matrix within the same is capable of transporting fluids, including blood, from the outer surface to a inner or central reservoir or zone of the matrix by only capillary flow. The open end of the second end portion of the hollow flexible conduit is held to the interior of porous element adjacent the matrix inner zone, to permit aspiration of fluids from the matrix central zone to the conduit.

Abstract: An abrading device for use in surgery such as cataract removal utilizing an element having a resilient body. The element includes an outer surface capable of abrading cellular material from a membrane without damage to the membrane. The element is connected to a guiding implement which may also serve as an irrigator for transporting the abraded material from the eye and for maintaining the shape and integrity of the eye capsule.

Abstract: An intraocular lens having a fixation mechanism which includes a lens or optical portion having a resilient appendage attached at one end to the optical portion. The other end of the resilient appendage slidably engages the lens forming a closed loop which adjustably extends from the lens portion.

Abstract: An intraocular lens utilizing a lens portion or optical zone. An appendage is coupled to the lens portion and extends away from the same to the periphery of the eye. A spring mechanism used in conjunction with the lens portion permits resilient movement of the appendage in relation to the lens portion when forces are exerted on the appendage.

Abstract: A tweezer device for manipulation of soft contact lenses employing a pair of legs connected to one another such that an end of each leg is generally in opposition to one another. Each leg includes a capped end portion having an end surface which spans a first and second tip where one of the tips extends further from the device than the other tip. Each cap also includes a cap covering both tips and is constructed of a soft material having an elastic memory.

Abstract: An intraocular lens structure utilizing a lens which may be placed against the side of the iris and adapted for covering at least a portion of the pupil. The structure includes a first appendage connected to the lens which extends away from the same to the periphery of the iris for engagement. A second appendage connected to the lens includes a first portion which extends away from the lens, a second portion intended for passing through an iris opening and an enlarged end portion which extends to the periphery of the iris and engages the same. The end portions of the first and second appendages are forced against the periphery of the iris.

Abstract: An intraocular lens device for insertion within an eye having a lens portion placed against one side of the iris, means for stabilizing the lens portion extending through the pupil, and anchor means passing through an iris opening.

Abstract: An intraocular lens device for insertion within an eye having a lens portion placed against one side of the iris, means for stabilizing the lens portion extending through the pupil, and anchor means passing through an iris opening.

Abstract: A device for placing and removing of a soft contact lens from the eye utilizing a tip for presenting one side of a soft contact lens in a shape configuration to allow placement on the eye. The tip holds the soft contact lens against the pull of gravity, but releases the lens when the other side of the lens contacts the eye, producing a surface tension. A handle connects to the tip permitting the hand to manipulate the tip and the lens thereupon.