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Patent Number
Patent Inventor Names
John F. Cvinar0
Andy H. Levine0
David A. Melanson0
John C. Meade0
Date of Patent
March 8, 2016
Patent Application Number
14515956
Date Filed
October 16, 2014
Patent Primary Examiner
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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