Positionable valvuloplasty catheter
US9242081B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 13, 2011 |
| Grant date | Jan 26, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 1, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2025/1084
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
In one embodiment, a balloon catheter is provided for use during annuloplasty. Preferably, the balloon includes a distal, noncompliant portion and a proximal semi-compliant portion which allows for sequential inflation, reliable positioning, and compliance measurement.
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