Systems and methods for valve annulus remodeling
US8721718B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 23, 2008 |
| Grant date | May 13, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 4, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0004
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems and methods for remodeling the annulus of a valve are disclosed. At least some embodiments disclosed herein are useful for resizing the mitral valve annulus in a safe and effective way. Such remodeling can be used to treat mitral valve regurgitation. At least some of the disclosed embodiments adjust the size of a valve annulus using magnetic forces. Other embodiments may include mechanisms for the manual adjustment of the annulus.
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