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4696288 |
Calibrating apparatus and method of using same for gastric banding surgery
A calibrating apparatus adapted to be inserted into and proceeded within the stomach of human body which includes a single-lumen tubing terminating in a proximal portion and a distal tip each of...
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4694827 |
Inflatable gastric device for treating obesity and method of using the same
A balloon insertable and inflatable in the stomach to deter ingestion of food and having, when inflated, a plurality of smooth-surfaced convex protrusions disposed to permit engagement of the...
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4648383 |
Peroral apparatus for morbid obesity treatment
Apparatus for peroral treatment of morbid obesity includes a collapsible intra-gastric appliance which can be temporarily deformed to pass through the esophagus and cardiac opening of the stomach...
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4607618 |
Method for treatment of morbid obesity
Morbid obesity is treated by implacement in the fundus of a hollow shaped appliance. The appliance is formed of semi-rigid skeleton members and is collapsible to a dimension and shape which can be...
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4598699 |
Endoscopic instrument for removing stomach insert
An endoscopic instrument for removing an inflated insert from the stomach cavity of a person being treated for obesity comprises an elongated flexible tube having passageways therein. A holding...
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4592342 |
Method for appetite suppression and weight loss maintenance and device
A special belt is provided for effecting weight loss in the wearer. A central body has a convex side which is pressed into the abdomen about three fingers over the navel. The constant pressure both...
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4592339 |
Gastric banding device
A gastric band device for forming a stoma opening in a stomach for treatment of morbid obesity includes a flexible substantially nonextensible band portion having an expandable section that is...
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4558699 |
Method of and apparatus for restricting the passage of food through the stomach
The passage of food through a stomach (S) is restricted by clamping an apparatus (10) around the stomach (S). The apparatus (10) comprises cooperating jaws (12, 14) having stomach engaging surfaces...
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4485805 |
Weight loss device and method
The intra-gastric weight loss system apparatus and method of the present invention includes an intra-gastric elastomeric rubber balloon with self-sealing fill valve, to be placed and retrieved...
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4471771 |
Oral weight control device
An oral weight control apparatus and method adapted to block solid foods from entering the stomach of a user thereof, while at the same time allowing the user to freely move his tongue and jaws, to...
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4458681 |
Stomach clamp for and method of proximal gastric partitioning
A stomach clamp, having partially occluding arms that extend across a stomach, is operationally clamped in place by bolting together opposed arm ends that extend beyond the stomach periphery. The...
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4416267 |
Method and apparatus for treating obesity
A stomach insert for treating obesity in humans by reducing the stomach volume comprises a flexible torus-shaped inflatable balloon having a central opening extending therethrough. At least a...
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4403604 |
Gastric pouch
A generally rectangular flexible wrap panel having longitudinally spaced inwardly tapering and outwardly opening opposite side marginal notches formed therein intermediate its opposite ends is...
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4344424 |
Anti-eating face mask
An anti-eating face mask which includes a cup-shaped member conforming to the shape of the mouth and chin area of the user, together with a hoop member and straps detachably engageable with a...
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4315509 |
Insertion and removal catheters and intestinal tubes for restricting absorption
A first part of the inventive instrument comprises an insertion and removal device in the form of a maneuverable catheter which may be inserted through the mouth or nostril, pharynx, and esophagus...
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4246893 |
Inflatable gastric device for treating obesity
Apparatus for treating extreme obesity comprising means for compressing the stomach and reducing its capacity and procedures employing said apparatus.
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4134405 |
Catheter and intestine tube and method of using the same
A first part of the inventive instrument comprises an insertion and removal device in the form of a catheter which may be inserted through the mouth, pharynx, and esophagus into the stomach. The...
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4133315 |
Method and apparatus for reducing obesity
An apparatus for reducing obesity in human beings having an inflatable bag to which a flexible tube is attached. The bag is positioned in the stomach, usually by swallowing, and the tube extends up...
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3841260 |
DIET MANAGEMENT DEVICE
A device is described whereby persons on diets can keep track of allowable foodstuffs for 24-hour time periods by means of an apparatus comprising a thin, color-coded sheet member having an array...
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3818906 |
APPARATUS FOR CONTROLLING EATING AND SMOKING HABITS
Apparatus for reducing the craving for food and tobacco smoke including a flexible resilient member having a central portion received between the lower lip and teeth and a pair of outwardly...
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3768484 |
GASTRIC COOLING APPARATUS
A gastric cooling apparatus which can be used for general cooling but which is especially adapted for local cooling, to reduce blood flow in the vessels supplying the stomach wall of a person. The...
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3630172 |
DIET REMINDER MANIKIN
A structure comprising a manikin enclosed in a suitable enclosure is capable of manipulation by the user each time that a number of calories of food or grams of carbohydrate has been consumed by...
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3587590 |
DEVICE FOR DISCOURAGING SMOKING AND OVEREATING
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3227154 |
Diagnostic bag with impressionable outer surface and method of using it
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3224442 |
Weight repulsing and cigarette reneging appliance
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