AV-DONE

optic nerve

active

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AV-DONE is a direct optic nerve electrode that produces artificial vision in blind patients with retinitis pigmentosa.

Milestones

  • 2007: First patient implanted

Device Specifications

  • Number of electrodes: 3-7
  • Electrode diameter: 50 μm
  • Image processor location: external