Method and device for heart valve repair
US9301842B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 31, 2013 |
| Grant date | Apr 5, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 16, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/06052
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A repair device for repairing a heart valve leaflet in a patient includes a hollow body with a capture tool and a tissue puncture element at the distal end thereof. The capture tool may be used to capture and stabilize the heart valve leaflet tissue. The tissue puncture element may puncture the leaflet tissue and deploy at least one anchor having a length of suture attached thereto. By tensioning the suture, the leaflet tissue may become plicated. The tensioned suture may then be cinched to maintain the plication.
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