Apparatus and methods for forming and securing gastrointestinal tissue folds
US8216260B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 25, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jul 10, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 7, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F5/0086
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus and methods are provided for forming a gastrointestinal tissue fold by engaging tissue at a first tissue contact point, moving the first tissue contact point from a position initially distal to a second tissue contact point to a position proximal of the second contact point to form a tissue fold, and extending an anchor assembly through the tissue fold near the second tissue contact point. Adjustable anchor assemblies, as well as anchor delivery systems, are also provided.
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