| 摘要 |
An ocular implant ( 10 ) is disclosed for beneficially inhibiting wound healing, inflammation, and devastating infection following a guarded filtration procedure. The implant ( 10 ) is comprised of a thin implantable material contoured to fit the eye. During a guarded filtration procedure, the implant ( 10 ) is positioned at the edge of the sclerectomy site, under the scleral flap ( 7 ), and extends laterally and posteriorly from the sclerectomy site. The implant ( 10 ) significantly inhibits adhesion and scarring at the surgical site, and eliminates the need for anti-scarring medications, thereby reducing the risk of blinding infections.
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