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US 8,262,557 B2Granted
Method and apparatus for levator distension repair
AssigneeAMS Research Corporation
InventorsKelly Ann Chapman, Matthew J. Olson, Alton V. Hallum, III
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Abstract
Improved methods and apparatuses for treatment of pelvic organ prolapse are provided. A specialized mesh having a shape for convenient subcutaneous placement to support the levator ani muscles is provided, as is a method of use of such a device. Appropriate devices for introducing such a mesh implant are also disclosed.
Claims14
A surgical kit for the treatment of pelvic organ prolapse, said kit comprising:
- a. an implant comprising a mesh portion having a trapezoidal shape having a top edge and a bottom edge opposite said top edge, wherein the top and bottom edges are different lengths and are parallel to each other;
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- b. an introducer for placement of the implant in an appropriate anatomical location, wherein the introducer comprises a thimble portion detachably connected to the mesh portion;
- wherein the implant includes an insertion configuration in which the implant is rolled relative to the thimble portion and a deployed configuration in which the implant is unrolled relative to the thimble portion.
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