Methods and devices to curb appetite and/or reduce food intake
US8603186B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 14, 2012 |
| Grant date | Dec 10, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 14, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M25/1011
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention relates to methods and devices that help to curb appetite and/or reduce food intake. In one embodiment, the methods and devices of the present invention include a small intestinal/duodenal insert comprising an elongated member with at least one flow reduction element that can cause the stimulation of one or more biological signals of satiety.
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