Methods and devices for intra-atrial shunts having adjustable sizes
US8951223B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 24, 2012 |
| Grant date | Feb 10, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 7, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2/2412
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Devices and methods for treating heart disease by normalizing elevated blood pressure in the left and right atria of a heart of a mammal are disclosed. Devices may include an adjustable hydraulic diameter shunt portion which can be manually adjusted in vivo. Methods are provided for adjusting the flow rate of the devices in vivo.
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