Devices and methods for endolumenal gastrointestinal bypass
US8182459B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 11, 2006 |
| Grant date | May 22, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 5, 2030 |
Classification
- 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 endolumenal gastrointestinal device, such as an artificial stoma device, a gastrointestinal bypass sleeve or other therapeutic or diagnostic device, within a patient's digestive tract. In one application of the invention, an endolumenal bypass sleeve is removably attached in the vicinity of the gastroesophageal junction to treat obesity and/or its comorbidities, such as diabetes. The bypass sleeve may be at least partially deployed by eversion.
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