Methods and apparatus for treating ventral wall hernia
US9439746B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 31, 2008 |
| Grant date | Sep 13, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 31, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/00805
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This invention relates to a surgical implant system for repairing abdominal hernias and is particularly useful for repairing ventral hernias. In particular, the present invention relates to an implant, a delivery device and a method for implanting the implant. The implant is implanted in a substantially slackened condition relative to the ventral wall.
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