Static devices and methods to shrink tissues for incontinence
US6156060A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 13, 1998 |
| Grant date | Dec 5, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 13, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/403
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention provides improved devices, methods, and systems for repeatably and reliably contracting fascia and other support tissues, particularly for the treatment of urinary incontinence. Rather than relying on a surgeon's ability to observe, direct, and control the selective shrinking of pelvic support tissues, a relatively large surface of a tissue contraction system is placed statically against the target tissue. Sufficient controlled energy is transmitted from the surface into the engaged tissue to contract the tissue and inhibit incontinence (or otherwise provide the desired therapeutic results).
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