Systems and methods for treating luminal valves
US12102532B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 30, 2020 |
| Grant date | Oct 1, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 8, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0039
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A partial valve prosthesis includes a framework configured for following a shape of a portion of the native valve annulus when implanted into the native valve annulus, the framework including securement features for anchoring the framework to an inner periphery of the native valve annulus and retaining at least one leaflet configured to replace a corresponding one of the plurality of native leaflets; and at least one leaflet secured to the framework. Additional embodiments and methods are disclosed.
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