User's Manual Part 1

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Constellation
®
Vision System
SECTION ONE
GENERAL INFORMATION
Introduction
The Constellation
®
Vision System is a multifunctional surgical tool for use in anterior
and posterior segment ophthalmic surgeries. The product’s capabilities include
driving a variety of handpieces that provide the ability to cut vitreous and tissues,
emulsify the lens, illuminate the posterior segment of the eye, and apply diathermy to
stop bleeding. Vacuum is used to remove ocular matter from the eye and is provided
by connecting tubing from the handpiece to a port on the fluidics cassette. Irrigation/
infusion capability is provided to replace fluid in the eye, and enters the eye directly
via either an infusion cannula or flows through a handpiece. The graphical operator
interface is menu driven. The operator provides inputs using the touchscreen panel,
the remote control, voice commands, and the footswitch.
Figure 1-1 The Constellation
®
Vision System - The Constellation
®
Vision System is
a multifunctional surgical tool is used in anterior and posterior segment
ophthalmic surgeries.