Prosthetic valve with natural blood flow
US12036117B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 4, 2022 |
| Grant date | Jul 16, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 4, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2002/068
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A prosthetic valve may be formed to direct flow out of the outflow orifice toward a posterior portion of a heart wall. The prosthetic valve includes an expandable frame which may be covered with a cover that is suturelessly attached to the frame. The prosthetic valve may also include an outflow orifice size which is controlled. Methods of using these devices are also disclosed.
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