Apparatus for endovascularly replacing a heart valve
US9393114B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 20, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jul 19, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 28, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2220/005
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
An apparatus for endovascular replacement of a heart valve may include first and second members which are releasably attached to each other such that the second member participates in engaging the first member with a locking element which cooperates with the first member to lock an expandable anchor of the replacement heart valve in a deployed configuration. Prior to locking and removal of the second member, the locking element may be prevented from engaging the first member by a portion of the second member. Following locking, the second member may be removed.
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