摘要 |
<p>This invention is an irrigation sleeve (10) for use with a hand-held portion (50) of a phacoemulsification apparatus. The irrigation sleeve (10) includes a base portion (12) configured for removable attachment to the hand-held portion (50) of the phacoemulsification apparatus, an extending portion connected to the base portion and a passageway extending through the base and extending portions. Preferably, the irrigation sleeve is substantially rigid and at least the extending portion is made from a plastic material selected from the group consisting of polysulfone, polycarbonate, polyamide, and polyether imide.</p> |