Implantable device fastening system and methods of use
US7892200B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 27, 2009 |
| Grant date | Feb 22, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 27, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2039/0223
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A surgical fastening system for implantable devices is disclosed. The implantable device may contain a plurality of fasteners in pre-deployment position, may have a housing fitted over or around it which contains a plurality of fasteners in pre-deployment position, or may be a part of a two-part system into which it fits. Accordingly, the present invention also encompasses a deployment system or tool that optionally positions the implantable device, and which causes the fasteners to move into post-deployment position. The fasteners may be staples, metal loops, coils, springs or hooks formed of biocompatible materials, including shape memory alloys such as NiTi.
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