Adjustable annuloplasty device with alternating peaks and troughs
US10226342B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 31, 2017 |
| Grant date | Mar 12, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 31, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0029
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Apparatus is provided, comprising a ring, comprising a plurality of struts arranged in a pattern of alternating peaks and troughs, each strut having a first end-portion and a second end-portion, each peak defined by convergence of adjacent first end-portions disposed at an angle with respect to each other, and each trough defined by convergence of adjacent second end-portions. The apparatus also comprises a plurality of anchors. Each anchor has a longitudinal axis, is configured to be driven along the longitudinal axis into tissue of the heart, and is coupled to the ring at a respective trough in a manner that facilitates (i) movement of the anchor along the longitudinal axis with respect to the trough, and (ii) deflection of the longitudinal axis with respect to the trough.
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