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Adapter to actuate a delivery system

US9414916B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Assignee

MEDTRONIC VASCULAR GALWAY UNLIMITED COMPANY · IE

Inventors

Declan Costello · Galway, IE
Marc A. Anderson · Madison, US

Key dates

Filing date	Jul 17, 2013
Grant date	Aug 16, 2016
Priority date	—
Expiry date	Dec 27, 2033

Classification

Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
CPC primaryA61F2/9517
WIPO fieldMedical technology
WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Apparatus for actuating a delivery system are disclosed. The apparatus may comprise an adapter. The adapter may comprise an input, a first actuator, and a second actuator. The adapter may be configured to receive a portion of a delivery system. The adapter may be configured to impart translational motion to the delivery system. The adapter may be configured to impart translational motion to a catheter. The adapter may be configured to be actuated by a motorized device or a drill. The adapter may be configured to actuate multiple delivery systems. The adapter may be configured to at least partially compress a portion of an article such as a prosthetic heart valve.

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