Title:
COATED SLING MATERIAL
Document Type and Number:
WIPO Patent Application WO2002019945
Kind Code:
A3
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a sling, methods of making and using a sling, and kits comprising a sling for treating urinary incontinence. The sling has multiple elongation properties that serve to improve the support of the urethra. The sling may comprise a coated material adapted for urethral suspension. The coated sling has properties that appear to enhance the sling elongation characteristics. The coated sling further includes properties that reduce its susceptibility to bacterial infections. The sling further includes properties to enhance the proper tensioning of the sling.
Inventors:
SNITKIN EVA S (US)
WESTRUM JOHN W JR (US)
CABAK JAMES E (US)
WESTRUM JOHN W JR (US)
CABAK JAMES E (US)
Application Number:
PCT/US2001/027306
Publication Date:
May 10, 2002
Filing Date:
September 04, 2001
Export Citation:
Assignee:
AMERICAN MED SYST (US)
SNITKIN EVA S (US)
WESTRUM JOHN W JR (US)
CABAK JAMES E (US)
SNITKIN EVA S (US)
WESTRUM JOHN W JR (US)
CABAK JAMES E (US)
International Classes:
A61B17/00; A61B17/04; A61F2/00; A61L31/10; (IPC1-7): A61F2/00; D04B21/18
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