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| Company | Molteno Ophthalmic Limited | Molteno Ophthalmic Limited |
| Item | Pressure Ridge Double Plate Molteno® Implant (DR2/DL2) | Molteno3® Glaucoma Drainage Device |
| 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 | Molteno3® Glaucoma Drainage Device incorporates the latest advances from Professor Molteno’s glaucoma research. It has been extensively tested since early 2004 and gives even better control of intraocular pressure (IOP) with less risk of |
| Features | Combines the large drainage area of the Double Plate Molteno® Implant with the subsidiary ridge for controlling postoperative hypotony. Particularly suitable for very severe glaucomas, patients with good ciliary body function, younger patients and glaucoma associated with retinal detachment. Available in left eye (DL2) and right eye (DR2) configurations. |
- The new, larger, more flexible plate is curved to fit the eyeball and is available in a choice of 175 mm2 & 230 mm2 (equivalent to the old double plate implant).
- Requires only single quadrant surgery and is suitable for either translimbal or pars plana surgery.
- Reduces surgery times by up to 20%.
- Has no moving parts and forms a robust thin walled bleb which drains very well
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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. | Inquire |
| Approval | New Zealand and Worldwide | Inquire |
| Product Number | DR2/DL2 | Inquire |
| Get quote | Inquire | Inquire |