Method and apparatus for supporting a body organ
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Jul 20, 2001
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Apr 11, 2000
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A structural apparatus positioned exterior of a body organ for providing support. In one configuration, the support is in the form of a strap that has a first length with holes in which a second length with saw tooth edges is inserted to form a band to surround and give support to a body organ. In a second configuration, a sling has a central portion with saw tooth edge lengths extending in opposite directions. The central portion provides a support surface for an organ, and each saw tooth extension is embedded in part in muscle tissue, forming a supportive sling for the organ. The structural apparatus is basically constructed from polymer material that can be either bioabsorbable or non-absorbable, and alternatively can be coated with one or more layers of material including treatment substances, and additional structural additions such as cushioning, balloon material and other surface configuration.
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