Inventors:
Terry L. Ray - Gilbert AZ
James W. Zeluff - Las Vegas NV
International Classification:
A61F 606
Abstract:
Apparatus for preventing fluid transfer through an opening connecting an oviduct to a uterine cavity comprising an insert for insertion into the oviduct through the opening leading from the uterine cavity to the oviduct, a seal carried by the insert for engaging uterine tissue leading to the opening and receiving fibroblast ingrowth to create a hermetic seal between the oviduct and the uterine cavity, and an engagement element supported by the insert for securing the insert to the oviduct.