Methods, implants, and systems for treatment of mitral valve prolapse
US11147671B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 29, 2020 |
| Grant date | Oct 19, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 29, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2220/0075
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Disclosed herein are methods, implants and systems for treatment of mitral valve prolapse by subannular fixation of the prolapsed mitral valve. The disclosure relates generally to the field of heart valve repair devices, methods and kits and more specifically to trans catheter methods and devices for insertion of tethers and anchors to the mitral valve leaflets for reduction the prolapsed mitral valve and subannular fixation of the prolapsed leaflet to treat mitral valve regurgitation.
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