| Component: (Network and Table) | |
|---|---|
| Network | 2412404 - Disclosure - Stock Option Plans (Fair Value of Stock Options) (Details) (http://www.lpath.com/role/StockOptionPlansFairValueOfStockOptionsDetails) |
| Table | Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Table] |
| Reporting Entity [Axis] | 0001251769 (http://www.sec.gov/CIK) |
| Award Type [Axis] | Stock Option [Member] |
| Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items] | Period [Axis] | |
|---|---|---|
2016-01-01 - 2016-12-31 | 2015-01-01 - 2015-12-31 | |
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