Methods of treatment using a bariatric sleeve

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9278020
APP PUB NO 20150112241A1
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14515956

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Method and apparatus for limiting absorption of food products in specific parts of the digestive system is presented. A gastrointestinal implant device is anchored in the stomach and extends beyond the ligament of Treitz. All food exiting the stomach is funneled through the device. The gastrointestinal device includes an anchor for anchoring the device to the stomach and a flexible sleeve to limit absorption of nutrients in the duodenum. The anchor is collapsible for endoscopic delivery and removal.

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GI DYNAMICS INC355 CONGRESS STREET 4TH FLOOR BOSTON MA 02210

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Cvinar, John F West Chester, US 26 3556
Levine, Andy H Newton, US 117 12948
Meade, John C Mendon, US 132 19055
Melanson, David A Hudson, US 74 8220

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