Devices, systems, and methods for occluding cavities within the body
US12303116B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 22, 2021 |
| Grant date | May 20, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 20, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2/2463
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Disclosed are embodiments of a device for closing or occluding a cavity or opening within a body. Some embodiments of the device can include an implant configured to be deployed within the cavity, configured to be expanded or moved against a wall portion of the cavity, and configured to twist at least a portion of the cavity when the implant is rotated. Thereafter, a securing element, staple, suture, or other fastener can be implanted in the gathered tissue to hold the tissue in the gathered state, thereby occluding the opening of the cavity. The implant can remain in the cavity or be removed.
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