Whale concept-folding mesh for TIPP procedure for inguinal hernia
US11291536B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 28, 2019 |
| Grant date | Apr 5, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 5, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0097
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention relates to a device (1) for introducing a flexible prosthesis into a surgical incision, comprising a globally tubular body (2) having a proximal end (2a) and a distal end (2b), said tubular body being designed for receiving the prosthesis in a folded configuration in a sliding way,wherein the tubular body is provided with an open longitudinal slit (3) extending from said proximal end (2a) to said distal end (2b), and wherein said distal end is provided with a distal semi-tubular rounded extension (2c).
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