Composite self-retaining sutures and method
US8118834B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 19, 2008 |
| Grant date | Feb 21, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 25, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/06176
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A self-retaining suture comprises a composite filament. The filament has retainers on the surface such that the filament can engage and retain tissue without knots. The filament comprises at least two materials having different properties. A surface material of the filament has properties which enhance the formation, elevation and/or deployment of the retainers. A core material of the filament has properties which enhance the tensile strength of the filament. The surgical filament is thin and flexible and may be used for suturing. Methods for manufacturing the filament and retainers are also described.
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