Boston Scientific Scimed, Inc. (20250152150). DEVICES AND METHODS FOR ENDOSCOPIC PATCH DELIVERY

DEVICES AND METHODS FOR ENDOSCOPIC PATCH DELIVERY

Abstract: systems and methods of delivering a patch to a target site of a patient are described herein. the patch may comprise a biomaterial such as chitosan or extracellular matrix and may be biocompatible and/or bioresorbable. the system may include an endoscope, a patch, and one of an instrument or a cap, the patch being coupled to the respective instrument or cap and detachable therefrom. methods of delivering the patch to the target site may include introducing an endoscope into a gastrointestinal tract of a patient, e.g., the patch being in a folded or crimped configuration, navigating a distal end of the endoscope proximate a target site; and applying the patch to the target site while releasing the patch from the endoscope.

Inventors:

• Amanda SMITH of Boston MA US
• Andrew PIC of Northborough MA US
• Hannah REBAR of Framingham MA US

CPC Classification:

• A61B17/00234: Surgical instruments, devices or methods, e.g. tourniquets ( takes precedence; contraceptive devices, pessaries, or applicators therefor ; eye surgery ; ear surgery )

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