Methods and devices for modulation of heart valve function
US8545414B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 29, 2005 |
| Grant date | Oct 1, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 17, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61N1/36571
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and devices for modulating heart valve function are provided. In the subject methods, a heart valve is first in structurally modified. Blood flow through the structurally modified heart valve is then monitored, and the heart is paced in response to the monitored blood flow. Also provided are devices, systems and kits that find use in practicing the subject methods. The subject methods find use in a variety of applications.
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