BACKGROUND 0002. The present invention relates in general to surgical devices and
procedures, and more particularly to minimally invasive surgery. 0003) Surgical procedures …

Apparatus, systems, and methods are described for closing the base of a left atrial
appendage or other tissue structure. A tissue closure device comprises a pair of legs having …

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2003/0078468 A1 4/2003 Skiba et al. 5,715,942 A 2f1998 Li et al. 2003/0078604 A1 4/2003 …

The invention disclosed herein includes an apparatus and a method for treatment of vaginal
prolapse conditions. The apparatus is a graft having a central body portion with at least one …

Described are surgical implants, tools, systems, and related methods, useful for implantation
of surgical implants, such as those used to treat pelvic conditions including but not limited to …

A barbed suture for connecting tissue, and a combination surgical needle with a barbed
suture. The suture includes an elongated body and a plurality of barbs projecting from the …

A medical implant and method for implantation of the same. One embodiment is an implant
for use in the treatment of stress urinary incontinence that includes an implantable …

Disclosed are single-incision surgical procedures for treatment of urinary incontinence
and/or pelvic floor disorders and related uses, devices, kits, and methods. Implants are also …

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US7422557B2 - Needle design for male transobturator sling - Google Patents Needle …

(57) ABSTRACT A barbed suture including a body with barbs on the periph ery, a pointed
end, and an anchor at one end to resist movement of the suture in the direction of the …