Auto-closure apical access positioner device and method
US9050129B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 31, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jun 9, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 22, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/3488
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A positioning device for providing access to a ventricle of a heart. In one embodiment, the device includes a cup positionable over an apex of the heart and at least a first access valve in the cup for accessing an entry point to the ventricle of the heart.
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