Anal incontinence disease treatment with controlled wireless...

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2002-10-15

2010-02-23

Gilbert, Samuel G (Department: 3735)

Surgery

Body inserted urinary or colonic incontinent device or...

Reexamination Certificate

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07666132

ABSTRACT:
A anal incontinence disease treatment apparatus and method include and use an operable restriction device implanted in a patient and engaging the colon or engaging the rectum to form a restricted fecal passageway in the colon or the rectum. A source of energy external to the patient's body and a control device for releasing wireless energy from the source of energy from outside the patient's body are provided. The released wireless energy is used in connection with the operation of the restriction device, to enlarge or contract the restricted fecal passageway.

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