Dual sterilization containment vessel
US8851286B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 14, 2012 |
| Grant date | Oct 7, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 11, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2039/1033
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The disclosure pertains to a vessel for holding replacement heart valves and associated positioning and installation apparatus which is configured and adapted to contain a biocidal sterilization fluid during and following exposure of a delivery system for the replacement heart valve to sterilization by ionizing radiation and methods of use therefor. The vessel includes a shield which limits exposure of biologically derived material therein to radiation. The vessel also provides a storage and shipping container for the replacement heart valve in which the biologically derived material is maintained in a sterile fluid environment.
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