System for providing fluid flow to nerve tissues
US8734474B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 29, 2009 |
| Grant date | May 27, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 29, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M1/94
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Provided is an apparatus that includes a nerve conduit and a nested manifold for providing a reduced pressure. Also provided is a system that includes a source of reduced pressure, a nerve conduit and nested manifold, and a conduit for providing fluid communication between the manifold and the source of reduced pressure. Additionally provided is a method that includes implanting the above nerve conduit and manifold at a site of damaged nerve tissue and applying a reduced pressure to the manifold thereby stimulating repair or regrowth of nerve tissue.
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