Investigation of Surgical Techniques for Optimization of Long-Term Outcomes of LCP-Based Retinal Prosthesis Implantation

Translational Vision Science & Technology
So Hyun BaeJong-Mo Seo

Abstract

To investigate reproducible surgical techniques to optimize the long-term safety of liquid crystal polymer (LCP)-based retinal prosthesis implantation. An LCP-based retinal prosthesis is fabricated monolithically on a single-body LCP substrate with all components, including the package and electrode array. We implanted the electrode array into the suprachoroidal space and anchored the package and transition part to the sclera in rabbits (n = 11). The safety profile was assessed upon the completion of the surgery and postoperatively. The surgical procedures for implantation of the entire system were easily performed in nine eyes (81.8%) without any intraoperative complications. In the other two eyes (18.2%), surgical complications related to electrode insertion, including optic nerve damage and retinal tear, arose. In 10 eyes (90.9%), the devices were well tolerated for at least 3 months. However, in most eyes (nine; 81.8%), two complications began to appear after 3 months, postoperatively, including conjunctival erosion or dehiscence over the package or transition part. The electrode arrays were maintained safely in the suprachoroidal space after surgery without any complications, regardless of the status of the extraocular com...Continue Reading

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