Systems and methods for a tissue expander
US9399122B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 9, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jul 26, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 9, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/523
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and systems for a tissue expander according to various aspects of the present invention may function in conjunction with an extended tissue expander, such as an extended tissue expander to be temporarily implanted into a patient to form a pocket for a permanent implant. Systems and methods according to various aspects of the present invention may comprise an extended tissue expander configured to increase and/or customize the size and/or shape of a tissue pocket beyond the size and/or shape provided by a conventional tissue expander. The extended tissue expander may comprise a tissue expander coupled to an extension portion. In one embodiment, the extended tissue expander may preserve a breast pocket with a desired teardrop shape that does not need extensive surgical modification before placement of a final breast implant or a tissue flap. In another embodiment, the extended tissue expander may be modified to the precise dimensions of a final breast implant for the simple exchange of the extended tissue expander for the final breast implant.
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