Methods for electrosurgical tendon vascularization
US6763836B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 18, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jul 20, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 18, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2090/3782
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems, apparatus, and methods are provided for promoting blood flow to a target tissue. In one variation, the invention involves creating a pattern of voids in connective tissue, or through a tissue having sparse vascularity, such as a tendon or a meniscus, in order to increase blood flow within the tissue. This also includes using a template device to assist in the creation of the pattern of voids. Also included is an electrosurgical device with a self-contained fluid supply for providing conductive fluid to the target tissue or to active electrodes of the device.
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