Hernia repair device and method
US9492261B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 1, 2012 |
| Grant date | Nov 15, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 29, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2220/0075
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A hernia repair device includes a mesh configured to extend across a tissue defect and a plurality of filaments coupled to the mesh. The filaments are coupled to the mesh in proximity of an outer periphery thereof and extend from a central portion of the mesh. Each filament includes a plurality of barbs disposed along at least a portion of the length thereof. Each filament further includes a needle disposed at a free end thereof.
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