Systems and methods for delivering a medical implant to an anatomical location in a patient
US8167786B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 10, 2010 |
| Grant date | May 1, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 10, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/0072
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Medical implant delivery devices and systems are disclosed. In general, an exemplary delivery device comprises a shaft and a handle. An exemplary system includes any number of the following: a delivery device, a sling assembly, guide members, and connectors that interconnect the above. Embodiments of all the above components and their combinations are disclosed. Methods of using the above system in trans-obturator approaches are disclosed.
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