Polymer overmolded bariatric clamp and method of installing
US12318093B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 11, 2024 |
| Grant date | Jun 3, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 11, 2044 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/2927
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A bariatric clamp including a partition-forming section including first and second elongated members separated by a first distance; and a passage-forming section including a bight portion. The bight portion includes a first bend section and a second bend section each having a member extending away from the axis of the clamp; and third and fourth members separated by a second distance; and a flexible hinge joining the third and fourth members. When the bariatric clamp is in the closed position, the second distance is greater than the first distance. The flexible hinge may be stretchable to accommodate different stomach thicknesses.
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