Surgical articles and methods

摘要

Described are devices, implants, kits, and related methods for treating pelvic conditions such as urinary in incontinence, in a male or a female patient. The invention includes, in one embodiment, a multi-piece implant, including a tissue support piece, extension portion, and one or more self-fixating tips. The device may be employed through a medial incision in the pelvic region of the patient.

主权项

1. A system for treating urinary incontinence, the system comprising a multi-piece implant comprising a support portion piece and an extension portion piece, and an adjusting tool, wherein
the support portion piece comprises a tissue support portion sized and shaped for placement to support a urethra, and the extension portion piece comprises a proximal end, a distal end, an extension portion extending between the proximal end and the distal end, and a tissue fastener, and is adjustably connectable to the support portion piece at an adjusting engagement, and the adjusting tool comprises
a surface at a distal end of a shaft capable of engaging the support portion piece, anda holder attached to the shaft and capable of holding the proximal end of the extension portion piece and moving the proximal end by pulling the proximal end relative to the surface, in a proximal direction, while the support portion piece is engaged with the surface.