Neuro decompression device

Details Neuro decompression device Neuro decompression device

2006-05-09

2006-05-09

Snow, Bruce E. (Department: 3738)

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

Implantable prosthesis

Tissue

C623S017110, C606S152000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07041140

ABSTRACT:
A method of using a neuro decompression device is disclosed that significantly reduces fibroplasia proximate to nerve tissue. The device used in the method utilizes particular surface topographies to disrupt scar tissue formation around nerves, and may include one or more drugs to influence tissue growth.

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