Devices and methods for use in performing transmyocardial coronary bypass
US7137962B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 22, 2001 |
| Grant date | Nov 21, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 9, 2023 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0007
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices and methods utilized in performing transmyocardial coronary bypass include retractors used to engage and support myocardial tissue, and mechanisms for supporting coronary vessels so as to allow precise entry into a vessel lumen. In addition, various conduits are provided having a configuration that permits their positioning in a heart wall to place a coronary vessel in communication with a heart chamber.
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