Implant systems and methods for treating obstructive sleep apnea
US8800567B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 13, 2009 |
| Grant date | Aug 12, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 1, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/06176
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system, method and kit for treating obstructive sleep apnea. The system includes a first implant adapted for implantation in an inframandibular region and having at least one aperture therethrough, and a ribbon-like element having first and second ends and a substantially uniform, non-circular cross section along its length. The ribbon-like element is adapted for implantation in a tongue with the first and second ends extending through the at least one aperture in the first implant for coupling the ribbon-like element with the first implant.
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