Patents Assigned to Medline AB
  • Occlusion of body channels
    Patent number: 4509504
    Abstract: A method for obstructing channels, ducts and other hollow spaces in human and animal bodies is disclosed comprising inserting a device having a portion thereof adapted to swell at least 20% in size when in contact with the fluid of the human or animal body, the device being in a shape matching and cooperating with the channel to be obstructed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 28, 1979
    Date of Patent: April 9, 1985
    Assignee: Medline AB
    Inventor: Jan-Olof Brundin