Intraocular encapsulation of oxygenic bacteria

摘要

Exemplary embodiments comprise an implantable ophthalmic device comprising at least one shell encapsulating oxygenic bacteria and growth medium and designed to increase the oxygen partial pressure in an oxygen-deprived structure of, or space within, an eye. Exemplary embodiments may be used therapeutically to treat ischemic retinopathies in situ and thereby prevent damage, for example, retinal damage.

主权项

1. An implantable ophthalmic device comprising:
a shell comprising a porous membrane and a portion that is transparent; photosynthetic oxygenic bacteria encapsulated within the shell; and growth medium encapsulated within the shell.