Method of in situ formation of translumenally deployable heart valve support
US8308796B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 10, 2007 |
| Grant date | Nov 13, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 31, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S623/904
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A method of implanting a prosthetic valve within the heart comprises translumenally advancing a prosthetic valve comprising an inflatable structure to a position proximate a native valve of the heart. A first chamber of the inflatable structure is inflated and then, independently, a second chamber of the inflatable structure is inflated.
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