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INFLATABLE STOMAL IMPLANT

  • US 20110015475A1
  • Filed: 07/14/2010
  • Published: 01/20/2011
  • Est. Priority Date: 07/14/2009
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A stomal implant comprising a longitudinal portion configured to envelop at least a section of a bowel or ileal conduit, said longitudinal portion comprising:

  • a proximal end for positioning at a stomal opening;

    a distal end for positioning within an abdomen;

    at least one pressure-exerting device; and

    a removable closure for insertion within said proximal end;

    wherein upon insertion of said removable closure within said proximal end and activation of said pressure-exerting device, a pressure gradient is provided over a section of the bowel or ileal conduit, said pressure gradient providing closure of said bowel or ileal conduit.

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