Implantable devices and techniques for oncoplastic surgery

US11534289B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• HOLOGIC, INC. · US

Inventors

• Gail S. Lebovic · Palo Alto, US
• David Willis · Los Altos, US
• George D. Hermann · Los Gatos, US
• Jonathan M. Olson · San Jose, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Jul 22, 2019
• Grant date: Dec 27, 2022
• Expiry date: Dec 17, 2040

Classification

• Technology area (CPC A): Human Necessities
• CPC primary: A61F2250/0098
• WIPO field: Medical technology
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

Described herein are devices for placement in surgically created soft tissue spaces, potential spaces, or cavities. The implantable devices generally include a bioabsorbable body having an open framework that facilitates attachment of tissue thereto in a manner that helps avoid post-surgical deformities. Methods for using the implantable devices in oncoplastic surgery are further described.