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Surgical articles and methods

US8864646B2 · kind B2 · utility

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132References

14Claims

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Assignee

AMS Research Corporation · US

Inventors

Johann J. Neisz · Coon Rapids, US
Robert E. Lund · Saint Michael, US
Kimberly A. Anderson · Eagan, US
Vicki R. Vandersloot · Minneapolis, US
Terence M. Moore · Tomkins Cove, US
Mark S. Bouchier · Lakeville, US
Randy L. Morningstar · Brooklyn Park, US
Gary A. Rocheleau · Maple Grove, US

Key dates

Filing date	Aug 12, 2005
Grant date	Oct 21, 2014
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Dec 26, 2031

Classification

Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
CPC primaryA61F2250/0007
WIPO fieldMedical technology
WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Surgical instruments, implantable articles and surgical procedures disclosed for treating medical disorders, particularly incontinence. Improved surgical sling procedures are disclosed. Novel surgical instruments and kits for use in sling procedures are also disclosed. The present invention affords options for surgeons with concomitant advantages to the patient and the healthcare provider.

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