Epicardial valve repair system
US11957586B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 25, 2019 |
| Grant date | Apr 16, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 14, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0064
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices, systems and methods for altering functioning of a tissue/organ by application of force thereto. In one preferred embodiment, a device for reducing or preventing regurgitation of blood through a valve of a heart is provided. A device may include a main body having a segment adapted to apply force to a surface of tissue/organ and a member that applies counterforce to the force applied by the segment. Kits are provided in which devices having varying lengths and widths can be selected for the best fit for a particular location of treatment. A width sizing instrument may be provided. A length sizing instrument may be provided. A separate sleeve and/or pad may be provided which may be first anchored to the tissue/organ before fixing the device thereto.
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