Surgery – Instruments – Sutureless closure
Reexamination Certificate
2005-05-17
2005-05-17
Truong, Kevin T. (Department: 3731)
Surgery
Instruments
Sutureless closure
Reexamination Certificate
active
06893452
ABSTRACT:
A tissue approximation device and processes for using the device are provided. The device is an implantable, biodegradable construct (except for hernia repairs) that has attachment points emanating from a supportive backing. The device improves the mechanical phase of wound healing and evenly distributes tension over the contact area between the device and tissue. Processes for using the device include wound closure, vascular anastomoses, soft tissue attachment and soft tissue to bone attachment.
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Coapt Systems, Inc.
DLA Piper Rudnick Gray Cary US LLP
Truong Kevin T.
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