| abstract |
A system for implanting an implant and method thereof is disclosed. In general overview, the system includes an implant (10), an envelope (20) enclosing the implant, a delivery assembly (650) and an attachment piece (350) for attaching the envelope or implant to the delivery assembly. The envelope may include a drug coating, positioning aids, and means to ease envelope removal. In one embodiment, the delivery assembly is employed for implant and/or envelope delivery inside the patient's body. In another embodiment, the delivery assembly and an attachment piece are employed to deliver the implant or the envelope inside the patient's body. |