Heart assist device utilising aortic deformation
US7347811B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 5, 2003 |
| Grant date | Mar 25, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 17, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M60/869
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention relates to providing counter-pulsation heart assist by deforming the aorta. In a preferred embodiment, the deformation pressure is applied by cyclically, preferably in synchrony with the diastolic period of the heart. The deformation pressure may be applied to the outer wall of the aorta or to a patch covering a resected opening in the wall of the aorta.
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