Intragastric balloon for treating obesity
US8870966B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 4, 2012 |
| Grant date | Oct 28, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 23, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F5/0036
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A transorally implanted intragastric balloon or treating obesity and for weight control including a variable size balloon with one or interconnected regions acting to exert a pressure on the stomach, to provide a stomach volume occupying effect, and/or to anchor the balloon within the stomach.
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