IMPLANTABLE SUBCUTANEOUS ACCESS PORT
First Claim
1. An implantable access port for use with a gastric band for the treatment of obesity, the access port comprising:
- a substantially ellipsoid-shaped housing defining an internal fluid reservoir and a conduit for the movement of fluid into and out of the internal fluid reservoir, at least a portion of the housing including a mesh layer; and
an anchor member coupled with the housing for attachment of the access port to body tissue.
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Abstract
The present invention generally provides a gastric banding system, including an implantable access port having a substantially ellipsoid shape. The access port is pliable and smooth, to increase the comfort of the access port to the patient, and to increase the aesthetic effect of the access port. The ellipsoid shape provides a large needle penetrable surface area for the access port, and enhances the ability of a physician to detect the access port through tactile means. A mesh layer may be incorporated in the housing of the access port, to increase durability of the housing, and to promote the self-sealing properties of the housing.
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20 Claims
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1. An implantable access port for use with a gastric band for the treatment of obesity, the access port comprising:
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a substantially ellipsoid-shaped housing defining an internal fluid reservoir and a conduit for the movement of fluid into and out of the internal fluid reservoir, at least a portion of the housing including a mesh layer; and an anchor member coupled with the housing for attachment of the access port to body tissue. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19)
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20. A gastric banding system for the treatment of obesity comprising:
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an adjustable gastric band including an inflatable portion; a connecting tube extending from the inflatable portion; and an access port, including; a substantially ellipsoid-shaped housing defining an internal fluid reservoir and a conduit for the movement of fluid into and out of the internal fluid reservoir and being coupled with the connecting tube, at least a portion of the housing including a mesh layer; and an anchor member coupled with the housing for attachment of the access port to body tissue.
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