Magnetic force devices, systems, and methods for resisting...

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2007-03-13

2007-03-13

Lacyk, John P. (Department: 3735)

Surgery

Miscellaneous

Methods

C128S848000, C602S902000

Reexamination Certificate

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10656861

ABSTRACT:
Devices, systems and methods employ magnetic force to resist tissue collapse in targeted pharyngeal structures and individual anatomic components within the pharyngeal conduit during sleep.

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