Valve prosthesis frames
US10617517B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 14, 2013 |
| Grant date | Apr 14, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 29, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0037
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A prosthesis can include a collapsible, reexpandable frame having first, second, and third sets of struts that define first and second rows of expandable cells. In some embodiments, the struts of the first, second, and third set of struts can be tapered. In some embodiments, the frame can include an intermediate section and an inflow section that is proximal to the intermediate section. The inflow section can include a concave saddle portion that is adjacent the intermediate section, and an outwardly flared portion.
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