Biologically implantable heart valve system
US8025695B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 31, 2003 |
| Grant date | Sep 27, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 1, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S623/91
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A biologically implantable prosthesis is disclosed. The prosthesis can have a circumferentially expandable wall and elements that prevent the wall from collapsing once the wall is expanded. Methods of making and using the prosthesis are also disclosed.
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