Remotely adjustable coronary sinus implant
US7993397B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 5, 2004 |
| Grant date | Aug 9, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 18, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2/2451
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Disclosed are methods and devices for applying pressure to an adjacent tissue structure, such as the annulus of the mitral valve. An adjustable implant is provided with an elongate control line having a distal end connected to the implant and a proximal end spaced apart from the implant. The device enables post implantation adjustment, by accessing the proximal end of the control line and manipulating the control line to adjust the implant.
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