Apparatus and method for delivering an implantable medical device to a diseased cardiac valve
US8715343B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 8, 2010 |
| Grant date | May 6, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 20, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2/2445
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus is provided for delivering an implantable medical device to a diseased cardiac valve includes an elongated shank, a brace member, and a locking mechanism. The shank has a first end portion, a second end portion, and a first longitudinal axis extending between the end portions. The first end portion includes a rotatable annular lower support and a fixing member. The lower support includes an annular ring having oppositely disposed upper and lower surfaces and a plane extending radially between the upper and lower surfaces. The brace member includes a barrel portion operably connected to a drive system. The barrel portion includes a first end portion, a second end portion, and a second longitudinal axis extending between the end portions. The drive system includes a housing operably connected to an actuating handle. The locking mechanism is operably connected to the housing and the elongated shank.
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