MULTI-POINT TENSION DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM DEVICE AND METHOD OF TISSUE APPROXIMATION USING THAT DEVICE TO IMPROVE WOUND HEALING
摘要
A tissue approximation device and processes for using the device are provided. The device is an implantable, biodegradable constr uct (except for hernia repairs) that has attachment points emanating from a supportive backing. The device improves the mechanical phase of wound healing and evenly distributes tension over the contact area between the device and tissue. Processes for using the device include wound closure, vascular anastomoses, soft tissue attachment and soft tissue to bone attachment.
申请公布号
WO03105703(A2)
申请公布日期
2003.12.24
申请号
WO2003US18753
申请日期
2003.06.12
申请人
COAPT SYSTEMS, INC.;JACOBS, DANIEL;ELSON, ROBERT, J.;PAGANELLI, JUDE, V.
发明人
JACOBS, DANIEL;ELSON, ROBERT, J.;PAGANELLI, JUDE, V.