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OcuTap
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Clinical Need: Improving Outcomes in Ocular Health
Over 40% of ocular inflammation cases are linked to viral infections, many of which go undetected. Without timely treatment, these infections can lead to early cataracts, scar tissue, chronic retinal swelling, and even permanent vision loss from glaucoma.
OcuTap’s innovative technology helps detect and treat these infections early, reducing complications, improving treatment outcomes, and lowering the costs associated with improper management.
Innovation: Revolutionizing Eye Fluid Collection
Current standard of care
OcuTap device
Traditional eye fluid collection uses a 30-gauge needle and a 1-mL syringe, requiring extreme precision to avoid complications like iris bleeding or vision loss. The needle is inserted between the cornea and sclera to access the aqueous humor, a critical step in diagnosing infections and other eye conditions.
Meet OcuTap: a revolutionary tool for ocular biopsy. Designed for ease and safety, OcuTap features a custom needle and collection chamber for one-handed operation. This innovation enhances patient safety, improves testing accuracy, and streamlines fluid collection, significantly reducing the risk of complications.
Differentiators: OcuTap’s Unique Advantages
Our novel technology has several key differentiators that set it apart from the current standard of care.
Single-Handed Operation
Enhances physician control and ensures a safer procedure
Minimized Sample Loss
A vacuum system prevents fluid retention in the needle hub or flow path
Controlled Fluid Withdrawal
Button actuation provides precise control over fluid flow and withdrawal
Streamlined Workflow
Eliminates transfer steps, simplifies the process, and prepares samples directly for shipping
Features: Designed for Efficiency and Safety
OcuTap is designed with both the user and patient in mind. Its ergonomic, one-handed operation simplifies fluid collection and streamlines sample preparation for shipping, reducing the risk of fluid loss and saving valuable time.
Instructions for use
Watch the video demonstration of the OcuTap procedure below, followed by detailed, step-by-step instructions.
Preparation
1. Attach Needle. Securely attach the appropriate needle to the device.
2. Prime the Device. Pull back the collection tube until it reaches an extended position and clicks into place.
Procedure
3. Insert Device. Insert the device into the eye at the limbus, strictly following standard anterior chamber paracentesis procedures.
4. Collect Fluid. Depress the central button to open the valve and begin the collection of fluid.
5. Control Flow. If necessary at any point, release the button to immediately stop the fluid flow.
6. Withdraw Device. Once the collection is finished, release the button and carefully withdraw the device from the eye.
Post-procedure
7. Clear Internal Pathway. Give the button a final push to move any remaining fluid from the internal pathway into the collection tube.
8. Remove Collection Tube. Twist the collection tube to detach and remove it from the primary device.
9. Dispose and Secure. Safely discard the main device in a sharps container. Place a cap securely on the collection tube for shipping and analysis.