US Patent No: 8,100,932

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Method and apparatus for treating obesity and controlling weight gain using self-expanding intragastric devices

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Abstract

The invention generally relates to a method and apparatus to treat obesity and controlling weight gain. In an exemplary embodiment, the invention relates to a covered cage device that is implanted within a human's stomach to occupy volume and cause a reduced desire for eating. The covered cage device is made from a wire-mesh, such a Nitinol, and can be adjustable and collapsible. In another embodiment, the covered cage device has edges that provide stimulation to the stomach to induce a feeling of fullness.

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Patent OwnerAddressTotal Patents
ONCIOMED, INC.IRVINE, CA2

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Inventor(s)

Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Nihalani, Raj - 14 8

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