Intragastric stent for duodenum bypass

Details Intragastric stent for duodenum bypass Intragastric stent for duodenum bypass

2007-02-13

2007-02-13

McDermott, Corrine (Department: 3738)

Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai

Implantable prosthesis

Hollow or tubular part or organ

C623S023650, C623S023750

Reexamination Certificate

active

11222666

ABSTRACT:
A porous weave of bioabsorbable filaments is encased in an elastic membrane to form a thin-walled stent. The stent is sized to be snugly fitted in the proximate portion of the duodenum of a patient, to induce weight loss by limiting uptake of food passing through the stent. After a predetermined period, the stent degrades and passes from the body without surgical intervention.

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