Devices and methods for attaching an endolumenal gastrointestinal implant
US8070743B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 5, 2005 |
| Grant date | Dec 6, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 3, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/044
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention provides devices and methods for attachment of an endoluminal gastrointestinal device, such as an artificial stoma device, a gastrointestinal bypass sleeve device or an attachment cuff, within a patient's digestive tract for treatment of obesity.
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