Foam and delivery system for the treatment of postpartum hemorrhage

摘要

The present invention, in one aspect, provides a uterine implant and delivery system for the treatment of bleeding comprising a preformed collapsible and / or expandable foam body that can be positioned in the uterus. Addresses the need described above. In certain embodiments, the implant optionally includes a hollow center, a membrane that encapsulates the foam implant, one or more tensile cords for removal of the implant, and a drug for delivery to the uterus. Including the features of In certain embodiments, the implant is crushed and removed after use by passing it through the lower genital tract, and in certain embodiments, the implant is degraded by the application of normal physiological mechanisms or exogenous factors. Absorbed or otherwise corroded.