Heart valve sealing devices
US9414918B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 5, 2013 |
| Grant date | Aug 16, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 13, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2250/0003
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
This disclosure pertains generally to prosthetic devices and related methods for helping to seal native heart valves and prevent or reduce regurgitation therethrough, as well as devices and related methods for implanting such prosthetic devices. In some cases, a spacer having a single anchor can be implanted within a native heart valve. In some cases, a spacer having dual anchors can be implanted within a native heart valve. In some cases, devices can be used to extend the effective length of a native heart valve leaflet.
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