Soft tissue fixation devices
US10987092B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 12, 2016 |
| Grant date | Apr 27, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 12, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2210/0004
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Remodeling of body tissue using a bioabsorbable implant that maintains or otherwise mechanically assists a more permanent implant or other treatment take, for example, by the treatment causing fibrosis. For example, the apparatus and methods can be used for hernia, organ prolapse and cosmetic purposes, such as breast and face lifts.
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