Implants and methods for treatments of pelvic conditions
US11160647B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 17, 2017 |
| Grant date | Nov 2, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 17, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0018
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Described are surgical implants that include releasable reinforcement, and related methods, particular example implants and methods being useful for treating pelvic tissue, cardiac tissue, and hernia, wherein the releasable reinforcement can be released (removed or disabled) during a surgical procedure to affect a mechanical property of the implant or a portion of the implant.
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