Methods and apparatus for endovascularly replacing a patient's heart valve
US8246678B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 9, 2007 |
| Grant date | Aug 21, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 13, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/006
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention provides methods and apparatus for endovascularly replacing a patient's heart valve. The apparatus includes a replacement valve and an anchor having an expandable braid. In some embodiments, the expandable braid is fabricated from a single strand of wire. In some embodiments, the expandable braid comprises at least one turn feature. The anchor and the valve preferably are configured for endovascular delivery and deployment.
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