Systems, methods, and compositions for achieving closure of suture sites
US8409249B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 24, 2008 |
| Grant date | Apr 2, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 11, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/00663
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems and methods employ functional instruments to close incisions and wounds using a suture knot in combination with a biocompatible material composition. The systems and methods are well suited for use, for example, at a vascular puncture site following a vascular access procedure.
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