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Patent Inventor Names
Andy H. Levine0
Dave Melanson0
Date of Patent
February 12, 2008
Patent Application Number
10999846
Date Filed
November 30, 2004
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Patent abstract
Method and apparatus for limiting absorption of food products in specific parts of the digestive system is presented. A gastrointestinal implant device is anchored in the stomach and extends beyond the ligament of Treitz. All food exiting the stomach is funneled through the device. The gastrointestinal device includes an anchor for anchoring the device to the stomach and a flexible sleeve to limit absorption of nutrients in the duodenum. The anchor is collapsible for endoscopic delivery and removal.
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