Devices, kits, and methods for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea
US10123900B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 14, 2014 |
| Grant date | Nov 13, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 16, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/248
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices, kits, and methods useful in the treatment of Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) are described. Example devices include a jig, a first needle, a second needle, and a third needle. An example jig comprises a drill guide and a tongue depressor. A first needle comprises an elongate shaft that defines a bend and a curve. A second needle comprises an elongate shaft that defines a curve. A third needle comprises an elongate shaft that defines a curve.
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