Negative pressure wound closure device
US10660992B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 21, 2014 |
| Grant date | May 26, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 13, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M1/985
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention relates to a negative pressure wound closure system and methods for using such a system. Preferred embodiments of the invention facilitate closure of the wound by preferentially contracting to provide for movement of the tissue. Preferred embodiments can utilize tissue securing portions that aid in securing the invention within a wound.
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