Systems, devices and methods for the creation of a therapeutic restriction in the gastrointestinal tract
US10232143B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 17, 2016 |
| Grant date | Mar 19, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 17, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/306
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A system for treating a patient comprises a delivery device and injectate. The delivery device comprises an elongate shaft with a distal portion and at least one delivery element positioned on the elongate shaft distal portion. The delivery device is constructed and arranged to deliver the injectate through the at least one delivery element and into tissue to create a therapeutic restriction in the gastrointestinal tract. Methods of creating a therapeutic restriction are also provided.
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