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Methods and apparatus for remodeling an extravascular tissue structure

US7011682B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 5, 2003
Grant dateMar 14, 2006
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Expiry dateAug 5, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61F2/2466
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A medical apparatus and method for remodeling a mitral valve annulus adjacent to the coronary sinus includes an elongate body having a proximal end and a distal end. The elongate body is movable from a first, flexible configuration for transluminal delivery to at least a portion of the coronary sinus to a second configuration for remodeling the mitral valve annulus.

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