Abstract: The present disclosure relates to optical fiber coupling systems and methods of coupling optical fibers across and with a magnetic field.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to keratoprosthesis apparatuses comprising a flexible backplate and methods of manufacturing and implanting the new keratoprosthesis apparatuses. The keratoprosthesis apparatuses include a circular backplate composed, at least in part, of a titanium alloy. The circular backplate includes an annular rim portion having a central aperture extending therethrough. A plurality of tabs is positioned along the annular rim portion and extend radially inwardly into the aperture. A plurality of flexible appendages extends radially outwardly from the annular rim portion and is positioned along the annular rim portion at locations corresponding to the plurality of tabs.

Abstract: A system for measuring intraocular pressure in an eye of a patient includes a sensor configured to be positioned in the eye of the patient. The sensor includes a sealed cavity, and a flexible membrane sealing a distal end of the sealed cavity, the flexible membrane configured to deflect responsive to the intraocular pressure in the eye of the patient. The system includes a detection device configured to be positioned external to the eye of the patient and optically coupled to the sensor, the detection device configured to detect an indication of change in length of the sealed cavity resulting from deflection of the flexible membrane.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to optical fiber coupling systems and methods of coupling optical fibers across and with a magnetic field.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to keratoprosthesis apparatuses comprising a flexible backplate and methods of manufacturing and implanting the new keratoprosthesis apparatuses. The keratoprosthesis apparatuses include a circular backplate composed, at least in part, of a titanium alloy. The circular backplate includes an annular rim portion having a central aperture extending therethrough. A plurality of tabs is positioned along the annular rim portion and extend radially inwardly into the aperture. A plurality of flexible appendages extends radially outwardly from the annular rim portion and is positioned along the annular rim portion at locations corresponding to the plurality of tabs.

Abstract: A system for measuring intraocular pressure in an eye of a patient includes a sensor configured to be positioned in the eye of the patient. The sensor includes a sealed cavity, and a flexible membrane sealing a distal end of the sealed cavity, the flexible membrane configured to deflect responsive to the intraocular pressure in the eye of the patient. The system includes a detection device configured to be positioned external to the eye of the patient and optically coupled to the sensor, the detection device configured to detect an indication of change in length of the sealed cavity resulting from deflection of the flexible membrane.

Abstract: Provided herein is an oleophilic matrix comprising at least one polymer selected from the group consisting of a polydimethylsiloxane having micropillars; a microporous polydimethylsiloxane; and an ophthalmic-grade cellulose having an alumina-deposited surface. The matrixes can be used, for example, to remove an oil, such as a silicone oil, e.g., from a hydrophobic surface such as an intraocular lens, or from an aqueous environment.

Abstract: Provided herein is an oleophilic matrix comprising at least one polymer selected from the group consisting of a polydimethylsiloxane having micropillars; a microporous polydimethylsiloxane; and an ophthalmic-grade cellulose having an alumina-deposited surface. The matrixes can be used, for example, to remove an oil, such as a silicone oil, e.g., from a hydrophobic surface such as an intraocular lens, or from an aqueous environment.