Thin film intrauterine device
US7040323B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 7, 2003 |
| Grant date | May 9, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 29, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F6/14
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Contraceptive intrauterine devices made of thin film shape memory alloy materials. The devices are formed in three-dimensional shapes which contact uterus tissue of a human or other mammal to prevent conception. In certain embodiments, structural features such as tails, fenestrations, ridges or grooves are formed on the devices to enhance the contraceptive effect.
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