Anastomosis device and related methods
US8747386B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 16, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jun 10, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 20, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M25/0017
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An anastomosis device that includes a catheter body is provided. A distal end portion of the catheter can include a spring device to prevent the formation of blood clots and to improve the flow of urine out of the catheter. The device may be used, for example, in performing procedures such as a vesico-urethral anastomosis in association with a radical prostatectomy, or with an end-to-end urethral anastomosis.
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