Fecal incontinence treatment device and method
US9402704B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 30, 2012 |
| Grant date | Aug 2, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 7, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2230/0078
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Various embodiments of an implant system for treating fecal incontinence are provided. The devices and systems can include a mesh or like device that can include a variable porosity to control the degree of expansion of the anal canal. The mesh can be constructed at least in part of patterned strut members allowing for various geometric configurations, with varying load and tension properties for the designated portions of the device according to the needs for a particular patient application.
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