Endosphincter, set for releasable closure of the urethra and method for introduction of an endosphincter into the urethra
US6022312A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 20, 1998 |
| Grant date | Feb 8, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 20, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2230/0091
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An endosphincter for the urethra comprising a valve body and a retaining part to secure the valve body in the urethra. The endosphincter can be introduced through the urethral opening into the urethra and retained at a suitable point in the urethra. The retaining part has openings in its jacket wall to secure the valve body in the urethra.
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