Hydraulic urethral occlusive device

摘要: A totally implantable method for occluding the urethra or bladder neck utilizing an occlusive cuff connected to a control mechanism via conduit tube. The is reversibly changed from activated (occlusive condition) de-activated (non-occlusive) condition by depressing deactivation button contained within resilient, elastomeric sheath surrounding mechanism. once again obtained activation also situated resilient sheath. In condition, preset tension applied flexible diaphragm through tensioning suture constant force spring This translated into pressure sufficient prevent urinary leakage.