System for Packaging and Handling an Implant and Method of Use

Abstract

A system designed to store an implant together with the tools necessary to implant the stored implant, and a method of using such system. Such system includes an implant storage tool adapted to retain the implant within a storage container. The implant storage tool is operable to provide an implant applicator.

1 . A packaging and handling system, comprising: a storage container having a fluid contained in said container; and an implant applicator tool contained in said container, said applicator tool comprising: an applicator first end, and an applicator second end, said applicator second end having a concave surface contoured to hold an implant for application of the implant to the eye; and a retaining member, said retaining member adapted to detachably engage to said applicator second end surface so as to define an enclosure to retain an implant.