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Sacrocolpopexy support and method of implantation

US8720446B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 4, 2010
Grant dateMay 13, 2014
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Expiry dateNov 5, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2230/006
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method of treating prolapse of a vagina includes securing a base of a support to tissue by inserting an anchor into the tissue, the anchor coupled to the support via an interconnecting member, securing a leg of the support that extends from the base of the support to a cuff of the vagina, and adjusting elevation of the cuff of the vagina relative to a patient's sacrum by sliding the interconnecting member relative to the anchor.

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