Devices, systems, and methods for reshaping a heart valve annulus, including the use of magnetic tools

US8187207B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• MVRx, Inc. · US

Inventors

• Timothy R. Machold · Moss Beach, US
• Robert T. Chang · Belmont, US
• David A. Rahdert · San Francisco, US
• David Jerry Scott · Redwood City, US
• David R. Tholfsen · San Francisco, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Jan 22, 2010
• Grant date: May 29, 2012
• Expiry date: Jan 22, 2030

Classification

• Technology area (CPC A): Human Necessities
• CPC primary: A61M2025/09175
• WIPO field: Medical technology
• WIPO sector: Instruments

Abstract

Implants or systems of implants and methods apply a selected force vector or a selected combination of force vectors within or across the left atrium, which allow mitral valve leaflets to better coapt. The implants or systems of implants and methods make possible rapid deployment, facile endovascular delivery, and full intra-atrial retrievability. The implants or systems of implants and methods also make use of strong fluoroscopic landmarks. The implants or systems of implants and methods make use of an adjustable implant and a fixed length implant. The implants or systems of implants and methods may also utilize a bridge stop to secure the implant, and the methods of implantation employ various tools.