Pressure differential actuated prosthetic medical device
US10327895B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 5, 2017 |
| Grant date | Jun 25, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 12, 2038 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0069
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention relates to a medical prosthesis, and in particular a heart valve substitute comprising a pliant tubular conduit mounted on a resilient annular frame and tethered to a non-perforating anchor within the right or left ventricle of the heart, wherein the pliant tubular conduit is a reciprocating mechanical member that is compressed by pressurized working fluid within the ventricle during systole.
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