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Method and apparatus for reducing mitral regurgitation

US6890353B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 22, 2002
Grant dateMay 10, 2005
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Expiry dateMar 22, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S623/903
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Apparatus for reducing mitral regurgitation, by applying a force to the wall of the coronary sinus so as to force the posterior leaflet anteriorly and thereby reduce mitral regurgitation.

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