Hernia repair prosthesis
US6425924B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 31, 2000 |
| Grant date | Jul 30, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 31, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/00898
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention is directed to prostheses containing a radially-expandable member for placement within and occlusion of a hernia opening, which member is made from a biocompatible, flexible, porous textile suitable for reinforcing tissue.
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