Device and method of weight control via indirect abdominal cavity volume reduction
OwnerGary Horndeskiinventor
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Abstract
A device for controlling the weight of a body comprises a hollow member having an expandable and a non-expandable portion to its exterior surface. The hollow member is selectively expanded and/or contracted following implantation in the abdominal cavity to direct pressure to the abdominal cavity, thereby restricting food intake without physically invading the abdominal cavity. The hollow member is preferably positioned superficial to the fascia, muscle, peritoneum and abdominal cavity of the abdominal region according to the method of the present invention to minimize the risks associated with traditional food intake restriction surgeries.
Claims20
An implantable device for use with a surgical method for controlling weight of a body, said implantable device comprising:
- a hollow member;
- said hollow member including an exterior surface having an expandable portion;
- said exterior surface further including a non-expandable portion;
- and
- means for expansion and contraction of the hollow member.
A surgical method for controlling weight of a body, said body including an abdominal region having skin, fat, muscle, fascia, a peritoneum and an abdominal cavity, the method comprising the steps of:
- making an incision into the abdominal region of the body;
- providing an implantable food restriction device having a hollow member and means for expansion and contraction;
- inserting said hollow member into said incision;
- positioning the hollow member to a point superficial to the abdominal cavity;
- and
- expanding or contracting the hollow member via the means for expansion and contraction over a time period to exert pressure on the abdominal cavity.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.