Curable media for implantable medical device
US6875212B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 20, 2002 |
| Grant date | Apr 5, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 13, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/00557
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A subcutaneously formed in place orthopedic fixation device is provided, such as for fixation of the spine or other bone or bones. The device comprises an inflatable member, such as a tubular balloon. The balloon is positioned at a treatment site in the body while in a flexible, low crossing profile configuration. The balloon is thereafter inflated with a hardenable epoxy media comprising one or more epoxy compounds and one or more amine curing compounds that cures rapidly in place with low to moderate exotherm. Methods and delivery structures are also disclosed.
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