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The implant is made from a long-term biocompatible polymeric material, proven in use in other human implants and also does not activate the immunoresponse of the body.
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Summary The Glaucoma Implant is a new shunt that eliminates the complications created by devices currently in use and it may eliminate the need for repeat surgeries. It is small in size, easy to implant and thus causes less discomfort for the patient and results in faster recovery time. For hospitals and HMOs, this means less OR time and more efficient use of resources. As the procedure is simple and with potentially fewer complications, the innovative Glaucoma Implant could also be used in less severe refractive cases and consequently benefit patients in the early stages of the disease.