Vascular and intestinal occlusion
US10335158B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 31, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jul 2, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 10, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/00407
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A device for occluding a conduit includes first and second members, each with first and second ends. The second ends are connected by a hinge. The first ends interlock to close the device about the conduit. The members are shaped such that they can occlude the conduit without causing the development of damaged or necrotic tissue. If desired, a flexible cover can be provided and the first and second members can be disposed within the cover. If such a cover is used, it will contact the conduit in order to cushion the contact between the members and the conduit, minimize the tendency of the conduit to bleed, and increase traction relative to the conduit. The invention also includes methods for using the device to occlude a conduit.
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