Bladder sling
US6042536A · kind A · utility
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33Claims
0Family size
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 13, 1998 |
| Grant date | Mar 28, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 13, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/0618
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A sling for supporting the urethra and neck of the bladder to prevent urinary incontinence is disclosed. The sling is designed to provide sufficient support to inhibit the unintended flow of urine, yet stretch in a controlled fashion so that the bladder can be voided at approximate times.
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