Methods for reshaping a heart valve annulus using a tensioning implant
US8956407B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 19, 2004 |
| Grant date | Feb 17, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 10, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S623/904
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Implants or systems of implants apply a selected force vector or a selected combination of force vectors within or across the left atrium, which allow mitral valve leaflets to better coapt. The implants or systems of implants make possible rapid deployment, facile endovascular delivery, and full intra-atrial retrievability. The implants or systems of implants also make use of strong fluoroscopic landmarks.
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