Coated sling material

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8147478
APP PUB NO 20040054253A1
SERIAL NO

10641541

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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.

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BOSTON SCIENTIFIC SCIMED INCONE SCIMED PLACE MAPLE GROVE MN 55311

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Cabak, James E Plymouth, US 12 844
Snitkin, Eva S Minneapolis, US 11 1052
Westrum,, Jr John W Prior Lake, US 14 382

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