Patent ID: 9445881
Filing Date: 2016-09-20
CPC Classification: A61F

Claim Text:
1. An implant and adjusting tool for treating urinary incontinence, the implant comprising: a support portion piece comprising a proximal end, a distal end, an extension portion, a tissue support portion, and a self-fixating tip at the distal end, an extension portion piece comprising a proximal end, a distal end, an extension portion, and a self-fixating tip at the distal end of the extension portion piece, and a connector secured to the support portion piece, the connector comprising a first aperture that adjustably engages the extension portion piece, and a second aperture comprising a channel; and the adjusting tool comprising a handle, an elongate shaft, and a distal end; wherein the channel of the second aperture is adapted to engage the distal end of the adjusting tool while the first aperture is engaged with the extension portion piece, wherein the connector comprises a proximal end and a distal end, the first aperture comprising a channel extending from the proximal end of the connector to the distal end of the connector, the channel of the second aperture extending from the proximal end of the connector at least partially to the distal end of the connector.