APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR MANIPULATING OR RETRACTING TISSUE AND ANATOMICAL STRUCTURE
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Abstract
Integrated systems and associated method for manipulating tissues and anatomical or other structures in medical applications for the purpose of treating diseases or disorders or other purposes. In one aspect, the system includes a delivery device configured to deploy and implant anchoring devices for such purposes.
126 Citations
52 Claims
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1-34. -34. (canceled)
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35. An anchor assembly for use in tissue retention, comprising:
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a first portion, the first portion including a cylindrical end portion, a semi-cylindrical end portion, and a midpoint;
a second portion including a first end and a second end, the first end connected to the midpoint of the first portion, the second portion defining a spring member; and
a third portion connected to the second end of the second portion. - View Dependent Claims (36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51)
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52-73. -73. (canceled)
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