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Apparatus for treating obesity by extracting food

  • US 20050277900A1
  • Filed: 07/27/2005
  • Published: 12/15/2005
  • Est. Priority Date: 11/04/2002
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. An apparatus comprising:

  • a. a tube comprising i. a distal end portion having a sidewall with a plurality of holes located therein, wherein said distal end portion is adapted to automatically assume a curved configuration while it is positioned in an upper digestive system of a patient; and

    ii. a proximal end portion that is configured to pass through the patient'"'"'s abdominal wall when the distal end portion of the tube is disposed in the upper digestive system of the patient; and

    b. a first retention member attached to the tube to prevent dislodgement of the tube.

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