Devices and method for treating pelvic dysfunctions

摘要

In one embodiment, a method includes securing an implant that includes a pre-formed loop to a vaginal apex. An end of the suture is inserted through a selected portion of a pelvic tissue to dispose at least a portion of the implant within a pelvic region of the patient. The end of the suture is drawn through the loop while simultaneously advancing a uterus to approximate the vaginal apex to the selected portion of pelvic tissue. An apparatus includes an implant and a suture coupled to the implant having a pre-formed loop. configured to receive a portion of a delivery device therethrough. A trocar is coupled to an end of the suture that can be releasably coupled to an end of the delivery device. The trocar can be inserted through a pelvic tissue and drawn through the loop forming a knot to secure the implant to the pelvic tissue.

主权项

1. A method, comprising: securing an implant to a vaginal apex, the implant having a suture including a loop coupled thereto, the loop being disposed about a portion of a shaft of a delivery device; securing, using the delivery device, the suture to a selected portion of a pelvic tissue such that at least a portion of the implant is disposed within a pelvic region; and drawing a portion of the suture and a portion of the delivery device through the loop while simultaneously advancing a uterus to approximate the vaginal apex to the selected portion of pelvic tissue.