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| Company | Molteno Ophthalmic Limited | Molteno Ophthalmic Limited |
| Item | Microphthalmic Plate Molteno® Implant (M1) | Single Plate Molteno® Implant (S1) |
| Price | Inquire | Inquire |
| Description | Long-term biocompatibility is established. Provides a robust and durable drainage system. Preplaced suture holes ensure correct positioning on the globe. Pressure Ridge Molteno® Implants have a subsidiary ridge which, when covered by Tenon’s | Long-term biocompatibility is established. Provides a robust and durable drainage system. Preplaced suture holes ensure correct positioning on the globe. Pressure Ridge Molteno® Implants have a subsidiary ridge which, when covered by Tenon’s |
| Features | This is a mini version (plate diameter 8mm) of the Single Plate Molteno® Implant with a reduced radius of curvature suitable for microphthalmic eyes. | Particularly suitable for elderly patients with reduced ciliary body function and for combined cataract and glaucoma operations.
For acute glaucomas, this implant has been superseded by the Pressure Ridge Single Plate Molteno® Implant, which provides better control of postoperative hypotony.
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| Material | The implants consist of a fine bore silicone tube opening onto the upper surface of one or more episcleral plates. | The implants consist of a fine bore silicone tube opening onto the upper surface of one or more episcleral plates. |
| Approval | New Zealand and Worldwide | New Zealand and Worldwide |
| Product Number | M1 | S1 |
| Get quote | Inquire | Inquire |