System and methods for soft tissue reconstruction

Details System and methods for soft tissue reconstruction System and methods for soft tissue reconstruction

2006-01-03

2006-01-03

Bennett, Henry (Department: 3743)

Surgery

Instruments

Sutureless closure

C606S213000, C128S898000

Reexamination Certificate

active

06981983

ABSTRACT:
The systems and methods of the present invention provide for soft tissue reconstruction using a fixation device that coapts two intact anatomic structures to each other. In one embodiment, these systems and methods are used to reconstruct defects or abnormalities in the female pelvic floor by using fixation devices to produce a paravaginal suspension of the affected tissues.

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