Implants with absorbable and non-absorbable features for the treatment of female pelvic conditions
US10492897B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 17, 2016 |
| Grant date | Dec 3, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 28, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2420/00
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Described are methods, devices, and systems related to implants for the treatment of a female pelvic condition. The implants include absorbable and non-absorbable materials and can be introduced into the pelvic area transvaginally. Meshes of the invention provide benefits relating to improved tissue integration into the mesh, reduced infection likelihood, improved patient comfort following implantation, or combinations of thereof.
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