Devices and methods for treating tissue defects
US9078761B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 12, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jul 14, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 15, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/444
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present disclosure describes embodiments for treating a defect in a tissue, the tissue having internal and external surfaces. A device includes a first portion for positioning at one of the internal and external surfaces for applying a treatment force to the defect. In addition, the device has a second portion for applying a counter-force, where the second portion is operable to be positioned so that the counter-force is applied on the other of the internal and external surfaces, away from the defect so as to substantially avoid application of force at the defect. Furthermore, the device includes a coupling member for connecting the inner and outer portions. Methods of using the device are described, for example in an intervertebral disc having a herniation.
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