Knotless suture device
US9095336B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 18, 2009 |
| Grant date | Aug 4, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 5, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/081
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A knotted suture device is disclosed. The device may have a surgical needle attached to one or both ends of the suture. The device has a plurality of loops formed by knots. An anchor member is attached to the device. The device when used in a surgical procedure can be secured without the need to tie a knot.
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