Methods and apparatus for occlusion of body lumens
US8443808B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 18, 2008 |
| Grant date | May 21, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 3, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F6/20
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention describes methods and apparatus for creating permanent occlusion of body lumens such as the fallopian tubes. The methods and apparatus use non-surgical approaches to deliver permanent implants which create acute occlusion of desired body lumens which resolve to permanent occlusions of the lumens.
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