Device and method for reshaping mitral valve annulus
US7803187B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 26, 2008 |
| Grant date | Sep 28, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 28, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2230/0004
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices and methods for reshaping a mitral valve annulus are provided. One preferred device is configured for deployment in the right atrium and is shaped to apply a force along the atrial septum. The device causes the atrial septum to deform and push the anterior leaflet of the mitral valve in a posterior direction for reducing mitral valve regurgitation. Another preferred device is deployed in the left ventricular outflow tract at a location adjacent the aortic valve. The device is expandable for urging the anterior leaflet toward the posterior leaflet. Another preferred device comprises a tether configured to be attached to opposing regions of the mitral valve annulus.
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