Methods and apparatus for reducing localized circulatory system pressure
US8235933B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 13, 2011 |
| Grant date | Aug 7, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 13, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M60/896
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention is directed to methods and apparatus for decreasing pressure in the left atrium of a patient by implanting a valved shunt through the atrial septum, whereby a volume of blood sufficient to reduce pressure in said left atrium is released to the right atrium.
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