发明名称 |
METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ENDOSCOPICALLY TREATING RECTAL PROLAPSE |
摘要 |
<p>In one form of the invention, there is provided a method for treating rectal prolapse, the method comprising: inserting an expandable element into a prolapsed rectum via the anus; expanding the expandable element so that the expandable element securely engages the rectum; advancing the expanded element distally so as to return the prolapsed rectum to its normal, non-prolapsed state; and securing the rectum to supporting tissue whereby to retain the rectum in its normal, non-prolapsed state. In another form of the invention, there is provided an endoscope assembly for treating rectal prolapse, the endoscope assembly comprising: an endoscope; a balloon catheter; and a tacker; wherein the endoscope, balloon catheter and tacker are mounted together for insertion as a unit.</p> |
申请公布号 |
WO2009059296(A1) |
申请公布日期 |
2009.05.07 |
申请号 |
WO2008US82246 |
申请日期 |
2008.11.03 |
申请人 |
CORNELL UNIVERSITY;MILSOM, JEFFREY;RIINA, HOWARD;CORNHILL, J., FREDRICK |
发明人 |
MILSOM, JEFFREY;RIINA, HOWARD;CORNHILL, J., FREDRICK |
分类号 |
A61B1/31 |
主分类号 |
A61B1/31 |
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