Method and system for packaging and preparing a prosthetic heart valve and associated delivery system
US10350047B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 29, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jul 16, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 18, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D77/26
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A packaging system for storing a prosthetic valve and an elongated delivery system in a non-fluid environment. The packaging system includes a tray for securing both a prosthetic valve and an elongated delivery system. The tray includes a cavity sized and shaped to house a valve cover containing the prosthetic valve and at least part of the distal portion of the elongated delivery system. A mounting surface removably couples the valve cover to the cavity floor and to prevent the valve cover from moving. An engaging surface is disposed peripherally of the cavity and is elevated above the cavity floor. A ramp extends downwardly from the engaging surface and into the cavity through an opening defined in the peripheral side wall and adjacent the floor of the cavity. The engaging surface and ramp are configured to secure at least part of the elongated delivery system externally of the cavity.
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