Method for treating prolapse and incontinence
US9414902B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 4, 2010 |
| Grant date | Aug 16, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 6, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2230/006
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system and method of treating vaginal prolapse and incontinence comprises a kit. The kit includes a mesh graft configured for attachment to the anterior and posterior vaginal walls to thereby treat the vaginal prolapse. A graft delivery device is also provided for introducing and placing the mesh graft to a location deep within the peritoneal cavity and for attaching the graft thereto. A leg assembly is provided and coupled to an end of the mesh graft and cooperates with the graft delivery device to anchor and affix the mesh graft to the desired anatomical structures. The method according to the present invention contemplates a laparoscopic graft placement utilizing the components of the kit.
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