Methods and devices for to treatment of obesity

Details Methods and devices for to treatment of obesity Methods and devices for to treatment of obesity

2007-10-29

2010-11-30

Gilbert, Samuel G (Department: 3735)

Surgery

Internal organ support or sling

Reexamination Certificate

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07841978

ABSTRACT:
Methods and devices to externally create a restriction on the stomach are described. The devices are contoured to fit the stomach and can be further anchored to the stomach. The degree of deployment of the extragastric restriction device is controllable after implantation. Specialized wires, catheters, ports, and trocars specific for placement of extragastric restriction devices are presented. Systems are described in which adjustability of the devices is provided along with sensing and actuating ability.

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