Mesh reinforced tissue anchor
US8202306B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 12, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jun 19, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 13, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/0888
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A tissue anchor or tack that is reinforced by a three-dimensional mesh for improved strength and structural support for the tissue tack. The three-dimensional mesh may be formed of a bioabsorbable or non-absorbable material and may comprise fibers which are weaved, laced, crosslinked, or glued together, for example. The three-dimensional mesh may be also provided by molding a suitable pre-polymeric compound into a shape which directly provides the desired mesh structure. The three-dimensional mesh is preferably molded into the tissue tack. The mesh reinforced tissue tack is preferably cannulated and has a tack shaped configuration.
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