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Expandable tissue engagement apparatus and method

US11672520B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 20, 2019
Grant dateJun 13, 2023
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Expiry dateFeb 24, 2042

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61M2210/166
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A system and associated method for manipulating tissues and anatomical or other structures in medical applications for the purpose of treating diseases or disorders or other purposes. In one aspect, the system includes an expandable structure for enhancing engagement with median lobe prostate tissue.

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