Implantable biodegradable wound closure device and method
US8506593B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 11, 2010 |
| Grant date | Aug 13, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 20, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/00646
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method for maintaining the alignment of the edges of a wound in the fascia, using a wound closure device, which is a biodegradable compressible structure capable of maintaining the alignment of the edges of the wound during the healing process, an insertion tool for guiding the device into the wound, and a compression tool for compressing the device against the fascia and associated layers. After connecting the insertion tool to the wound closure device, the insertion tool is used to guide the wound closure device through the wound and hold the device in place, The compression tool compresses the wound closure device while the insertion tool holds the device in place. Finally, remove the insertion and compression tools, allowing the wound closure device to remain in place long enough for the wound to heal before the wound closure device degrades.
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