Implantable scaffolding containing an orifice for use with a prosthetic or bio-prosthetic valve
US8986370B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 8, 2010 |
| Grant date | Mar 24, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 17, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/006
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
In a surgical method for improving cardiac function, an implantable scaffold or valve support device is inserted inside a patient's heart and attached to the heart in a region about a natural mitral valve. The scaffold or valve support device defines an orifice and, after the attaching of the scaffold or valve support device to the heart, a prosthetic or bio-prosthetic valve is seated in the orifice. The scaffold or valve support device is at least indirectly secured to cordae tendenae of the heart.
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