Tissue thickness compensator comprising channels
US9351730B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 28, 2012 |
| Grant date | May 31, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 5, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49826
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A tissue thickness compensator can comprise a tissue contacting surface and a network of channels defined in the tissue contacting surface. In at least one embodiment, the channels can be configured to store at least one medicament therein. In certain embodiments, the channels can define gripping surfaces configured to grip tissue. In various embodiments, the tissue contacting surface can further comprise ridges extending therefrom.
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