Methods and apparatus for atrioventricular valve repair
US9763658B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 6, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 19, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 23, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B2017/22069
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and devices are disclosed for minimally invasive procedures in the heart. In one application, a catheter is advanced from the left atrium through the mitral valve and along the left ventricular outflow tract to orient and stabilize the catheter and enable a procedure such as a “bow tie” repair of the mitral valve. Right heart procedures are also disclosed.
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