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Implantable article and method

US6884212B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 8, 2003
Grant dateApr 26, 2005
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Expiry dateAug 20, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2250/0078
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An implantable article and method are disclosed for treating pelvic floor disorders such as vaginal vault prolase. A surgical kit useful for performing a surgical procedure such as a sacral colpopexy is also described.

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