Implantable slings and anchor systems
US9918820B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 26, 2016 |
| Grant date | Mar 20, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 26, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/0461
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
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.
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