Body fluid flow control method and device
CA 2735746 C · Owner: Precision Medical Devices, Inc. · Inventors: Sutherland, Lloyd A.; Politano, Victor; Sayet, Peter H.
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An implantable apparatus is disclosed for controlling fluid flow within a host body includes a constricting member for allowing fluid flow within a body canal when in an open position and for reducing fluid flow within a body canal when in an closed position. Remote telemetry can be used to operate the constricting member from a position outside the body. The constricting member can include a piston having at least two protrusions for contacting the vessel surface of the body canal. A fluid-operated member can receive fluid to reduce fluid flow within the body canal and expel fluid to allow fluid flow within the body canal. An actuating member is provided for operating the fluid-operated …
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- Filed April 3, 2003 and granted November 25, 2014. A Canadian patent filed from October 1, 1989 lasts 20 years from filing, so its term ended April 3, 2023.
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