EPO published patent EP3761928A1 for micro-devices used in eye treatment, filed by Avedro, Inc. The application names inventors Adler, Zadno, Bavier, Iannetta, and Zhang. The patent designates all EU and EEA member states, providing Avedro exclusive rights to the claimed technology in Europe.

Medical device manufacturers and healthcare providers developing similar eye treatment technologies should review the patent claims to assess potential infringement risks and consider licensing arrangements with Avedro if their products fall within the scope of the protected micro-devices. Research institutions and product developers should evaluate whether their innovation strategies require design-around approaches.