Methods of cardiac valve replacement using nonstented prosthetic valve
US7435257B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 5, 2005 |
| Grant date | Oct 14, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 28, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S623/904
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method of implanting a prosthetic valve within a heart comprises translumenally advancing a prosthetic valve comprising an inflatable structure to a position proximate a native valve of the heart. A portion of the inflatable structure that is distal to the native valve is inflated. A portion of the inflatable structure that is proximal to the native annular valve is inflated.
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