Implantable slings and anchor systems

US9572648B2 · kind B2 · utility

Inventors

• Justin M. Crank · Elk River, US
• Kathryn A. Bertelson · Minnetonka, US
• Patricia M. Derus · Rogers, US
• Gary A. Rocheleau · Maple Grove, US
• Michael A. Knipfer · Maple Grove, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Dec 21, 2011
• Grant date: Feb 21, 2017
• Expiry date: Jun 27, 2033

Classification

• Technology area (CPC A): Human Necessities
• CPC primary: A61B2017/0461
• WIPO field: Medical technology
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

Various embodiments of a mesh or implant systems are provided. The implants can include one or more anchors, arms and the like. The anchors can include hingeable or patterned finger extension to facilitate tissue penetration and retention. Various tensioning and adjustment mechanisms, devices and methods are further provided for the implant systems.