Devices, systems and methods to treat heart failure
US8043360B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 8, 2010 |
| Grant date | Oct 25, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 8, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/1132
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Several unique intracardiac pressure vents, placement catheters, methods of placement and methods of treating heart failure are presented. The intracardiac pressure vents presented allow sufficient flow from the left atrium to the right atrium to relieve elevated left atrial pressure and resulting patient symptoms. In an aspect of the invention, the interatrial device comprises portions that are more flexible or less flexible than another portion of the device.
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