Heart valve catheter
US6945978B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 15, 2002 |
| Grant date | Sep 20, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 15, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2/2463
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A medical device and method for treating a heart valve. In one embodiment, the medical device has a catheter, at least one needle disposed within the catheter, and a nonadjustable fastener ejectable from the needle.
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