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 SUPERIOR QUALITY & LONGEVITY
In collaboration with Dr Fankhauser, Meridian launched the first commercial
Nd:YAG laser in 1982. The MR Q SLT has built-in DNA, the Microruptor II legacy,
synonymous with innovation, reliability, and efficacy.
Meridian Medical MR Q SLT combines a powerful Nd:YAG with SLT
photoregeneration and provides the possibility to couple with Meridian
photocoagulators.
Meridian Medical carefully selects the best European components and technology
to assemble its lasers. We offer our users a robust and reliable unit. The MR Q
SLT housing is made of a high-grade aluminium monobloc that gives unique solid
feeling and dust-free electronics.

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 USABILITY
The MR Q SLT features a powerful dual laser module with a Nd:YAG laser combined with
an accurate SLT photoregenerator.
Featuring a 7” touch display control panel. Placed on either side of the table, users can
easily see the laser parameters and select between the laser mode, burst and offset
options.
The V-split mirror tower (optional feature) allows coaxial Nd:YAG treatments. This tower
enables a red reflex that results in retro illumination of the posterior capsule, ideal for
premium IOL treatments.
The laser head and slit lamp knobs are ergonomically placed on each side of the slit lamp.
The MR Q SLT has proven to be effective in treating open-angle glaucoma as primary
therapy, see chart “recommended settings” on page 10.

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 SAFETY
MR Q SLT has built-in features assuring better treatments, safer laser offset and
quicker response.
The digital anterior and posterior offset allows the user to visualise where the laser
focus is and provides a clear warning when the anterior offset is selected, minimising
user error.
The control panel requires double confirmation to safely swap between laser modes
and the screen changes colour for a visual queue.
The electronically controlled offset resets to posterior 100 μm after the laser enters
on Stand-by; this unique feature minimises the risk of shooting at the wrong position,
avoiding the risk of lens pitting.
The red reflex(1) resulting from the retro illumination of the posterior capsule optimises
the on-axis capsulotomy. This feature allows seamless evaluation of the capsulotomy
edges’ integrity, shape, and position in relation to the premium multifocal IOL rings,
with a higher degree of success and increasing patient satisfaction.

(1) De Vries, N., Nuijts, R., Multifocal Intraocular Lenses for the Treatment of Presbyopia: Benefits and Side-effects, Points de Vue, Interna-
tional Review of Ophthalmic Optics, N64, Spring 2011

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 FLEXIBILITY & COMFORT
The MR Q SLT features a twin-column table with a large tabletop. This presentation
eases patients’ access in wheelchairs and offers perfect working space for the
treating doctor.
The unique chinrest design ensures a comfortable, relaxed, and ergonomic position
for the patient during treatment while the user has unobstructed access to the
patient.
The slit lamp offers an optional tonometer post to use the unit as a diagnostic
device.
Meridian engineers can access the MR Q SLT remotely, offering a unique online
service to assess and provide calibration at almost any time of the day(*).

(*) world time zone may affect the availability of our technicians

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 LASER EXCELLENCE
The history of Meridian AG, now showing up as Meridian Medical Group, and the
history of the medical Nd:YAG laser are closely connected. The Microruptor II,
developed by Meridian engineers and Prof. Dr. Franz Fankhauser († 2020), changed
the way of many ophthalmology treatments.
New technology is continuously developed and patented by our development
engineers. We select and integrate the best Swiss and European laser components
to ensure the highest quality and long-term reliability. We use tested and reliable best
practices in engineering and integration, ensuring our systems’ highest performance.
Our highly skilled and experienced staff works to deliver the service and results
our customers deserve and have come to expect.

TIPS FOR YOUR LASER

■ Yearly maintenance service assures the optimal performance of your laser
■ Follow the safety advice of the manufacturer and your regulatory body
■ Only use the laser as described in the IFU

CLINICAL INDICATION
For posterior capsulotomy, iridotomy and selective laser trabeculoplasty.

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 BINOCULARS IN FOCUS
Each user must have the oculars set for their personal refraction, this way the laser will be in
parfocality with the aiming beam and retina. Defocused slit lamp may result in unpredictable
laser burns.

ABOUT THE OFFSET

Laser energy travels towards the point of emission (to the front of the eye), when shooting
on zero-offset the risk of lens pitting increases. Always check the offset before perform any
treatment.

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 Nd:YAG TREATMENT GUIDELINES*
These guidelines have been prepared following industry standards for Nd:YAG treatments, the use of the laser and its
parameters are responsibility of the treating ophthalmologist.

Procedure Power (mJ) Offset Pulses

Posterior Capsulotomy (with lens) 0.9 – 2.0 Posterior 200 Single
Posterior Capsulotomy (w/o lens) 1.4 – 2.5 Posterior 200 Single
Peripheral Iridotomy 3.0 – 5.0 Posterior 100 Double-Triple
Peripheral Iridotomy (plateau iris) 5.0 – 7.0 Posterior 200 Triple
* Weiblinger RP. Review of the clinical literature on the use of the Nd:YAG laser for posterior capsulotomy. J Cataract Refract Surg. 1986 Mar;12(2):162-70.

Nd:YAG OTHER TREATMENTS*

Although the MR Q clinical evaluation did not contemplate these parameters, the following are treatments described for
Nd:YAG use

Anterior Capsulotomy 0.5 – 1.0 0 Single

Vitreous Strands (anterior) 2.0 – 3.0 Posterior 100 Single
IOL Surface Cleaning 0.3 Anterior 100 Single
* Weiblinger RP. Review of the clinical literature on the use of the Nd:YAG laser for posterior capsulotomy. J Cataract Refract Surg. 1986 Mar;12(2):162-70.

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 MR Q SLT RECOMMENDED SETTINGS
The SLT has proven to be effective in treating open-angle glaucoma as primary therapy(1), according to the European
Glaucoma Society.
The recommended settings and procedures (2) are as follow:

Laser parameters SLT mode

Spot size 400 μm
Exposure 3 ns (fixed)
Power 0.4 to 1.2 mJ according to the desired reaction: in heavily pigmented TM start with low
levels e.g. 0.4 mJ
Optimal reaction The power is titrated until the appearance of tiny air bubbles, “champagne bubbles”, at
the site of the laser burn, then the power is reduced by increments of 0.1 mJ until there
are no visible bubbles(1)
Number of spots 50 – 100 non-overlapping spots spaced over 180° – 360°
(1) Gazzard G, Konstantakopoulou E, Garway-Heath D, Garg A, Vickerstaff V, Hunter R, Ambler G, Bunce C, Wormald R, Nathwani N, Barton K, Rubin G, Buszewicz M; LiGHT Trial Study Group.
Selective laser trabeculoplasty versus eye drops for first-line treatment of ocular hypertension and glaucoma (LiGHT): a multicentre randomised controlled trial. Lancet. 2019 Apr 13;393(10180):1505-
1516. doi: 10.1016/S0140-6736(18)32213-X. Epub 2019 Mar 9. Erratum in: Lancet. 2019 Jul 6;394(10192):e1. PMID: 30862377; PMCID: PMC6495367.

(2) European Glaucoma Society, Terminology and guidelines for glaucoma, 5th edition 2020.

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 STANDARD ACCESSORIES
■ Laser safety sign
■ Safety goggles
■ Dust cover

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
■ Foot-switch
■ Single port beam splitter
■ Co-observation tube
■ Adapter for ½” digital camera

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 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS*
Device description Nd:YAG mode SLT mode
Laser source Q-switched, solid state Nd:YAG 1064 nm Q-switched, solid state frequency
doubled
Nd:YAG 532 nm
Pulse duration 4 ns (typical) 3 ns (typical)
Pulse setting 1, 2 or 3 pulses Single pulse only
Maximum repetition rate Up to 3 Hz Up to 3 Hz
Maximum energy 32 mJ 0.3 to 2 mJ per pulse
Energy steps (single pulse) 0.1 (0.3-2 mJ), 0.2 (2-5 mJ), 0.5 (5-10 mJ), 1 (10-12 mJ) Continuously variable
Energy steps (double pulse) 0.2 (0.6-4 mJ), 0.4 (4-10 mJ), 1 (10-20 mJ), 2 (20-22 mJ)
Energy steps (triple pulse) 0.3 (0.9-6 mJ), 0.6 (6-15 mJ), 1.5 (15-30 mJ), 2 (30-32 mJ)
Treatment spot size < 10 μm 400 μm
Cone angle 16° < 3°
Treatment beam offset range Electronic controlled, anterior 150 μm, 300 μm Not applicable
posterior 0 μm, 100 μm, 200 μm, 300 μm
Aiming beam Red diode. Dual Beam. 635 nm Red Diode. 635 nm
Magnification 6 ×; 10 ×; 16 ×; 25 ×; 40 ×
Cooling system Air cooled
Weight ca. 30 kg (unpacked)
Power rating 100 – 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz
Dimensions H ×W ×D 700 mm x 800 mm x 440 mm
Connection ports USB for remote service and calibration
Basic UDI-DI 383007498MTLSXX1XG
* All technical specifications are subject to change without notice. In accordance with the international laser safety standards: IEC 60601-1:2005/A2:2020, IEC 60601-1-2:2014/A1:2020, MDR Regulation (EU) 2017/745

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 NOTES

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