ArtiVisc and ArtiVisc Plus
Specifications
ArtiVisc® and ArtiVisc® Plus are viscoelastic solutions that combine high viscosity, high elasticity and high molecular weight. They provide protective coating of endothelial cells during intraocular manoeuvers in cataract and refractive surgery.
| Sodium hyaluronate: ArtiVisc 1%; ArtiVisc Plus 1.4% | |
| High molecular weight polymers ArtiVisc:>4 million daltons; ArtiVisc Plus:>5 million daltons | |
| Viscosity (zero shear rate, 25°C) Average 1 million cPs (ArtiVisc Plus: 3.3 million cPs) | |
| PH 7.0 - 7.5 | |
| Iso-osmolar 320 mOsm/kg | |
| 27 Gauge cannula | |
Indications
ArtiVisc and ArtiVisc Plus are for intraocular use only whenever protection, lubricating and supporting of delicate cells or tissues are needed, especially in the following ophthalmic procedures:
| Cataract surgery and IOL implantation | |
| Anterior segment surgery | |
| Glaucoma surgery | |
| Corneal transplantation | |
Availability
| ArtiVisc 0.85 ml | H53.16.010 |
| ArtiVisc 0.55 ml | H53.16.015 |
| ArtiVisc Plus 0.85 ml | H53.16.020 |
| ArtiVisc Plus 0.55 ml | H53.16.025 |
OV200 ProGel
Specifications
ProGel™ is an isotonic, clear, viscoelastic solution of highly purified HydroxyPropylMethylCellulose (HPMC). It is used for maintaining space in the anterior chamber and for protection of endo-ocular tissues during surgery.
| Has outstanding optical clarity | |
| Viscosity: 4,5 K centipoises | |
| Molecular weight 92 K Daltons | |
| Does not provoke inflammatory or immunogenic reactions | |
| Can easily be removed by irrigation and aspiration | |
| Is easy to use: no membranes to puncture | |
| Is free of conservation additives |
Indications
ProGel is indicated for use as an ophthalmic surgical aid in anterior segment surgical procedures, including cataract extraction and intraocular lens implantation. ProGel maintains a deep chamber during anterior segment surgery. ProGel may also be used for lubricating instruments.
