Gastric space filler device, delivery system, and related methods
US9283102B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 29, 2011 |
| Grant date | Mar 15, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 29, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/0177
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
According to features of the present disclosure, a gastric space filler device and methods effective for reducing stomach volume are disclosed. A gastric space filler comprising at least one inflatable space filler and a sleeve to prevent leakage out of the gastric space filler device is disclosed. The gastric space filler device may be inflated with an insufflation fluid and with mineral oil, which further has the effect of reducing leakage. Delivery systems and methods for inserting a gastric space filler device into a patient are also disclosed. Sheaths and methods for covering a gastric space filler device during delivery into a patient are also disclosed.
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