Devices, systems, and methods for accessing the epicardial surface of the heart
US8211084B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 5, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jul 3, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 28, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2210/125
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices, systems, and methods for accessing the internal and external tissues of the heart are disclosed. At least some of the embodiments disclosed herein provide access to the external surface of the heart through the pericardial space for localized delivery of leads to the heart tissue. In addition, various disclosed embodiments provide devices, systems, and methods for closing a hole in cardiac tissue.
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