SEGMENTED ANNULAR REDUCTION SYSTEMS AND METHODS
Aspects include a system that includes an annuloplasty device having a plurality of segments. Each segment includes first and second ends, a flexible body, a pawl at the second end, and a plurality of teeth positioned along the body. At least ones of the pawls and teeth are engaged in a manner such...
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Format | Patent |
Language | English |
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07.07.2022
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Summary: | Aspects include a system that includes an annuloplasty device having a plurality of segments. Each segment includes first and second ends, a flexible body, a pawl at the second end, and a plurality of teeth positioned along the body. At least ones of the pawls and teeth are engaged in a manner such that the plurality of segments form a closed loop. The system can further include a pull wire releasably secured to at least one of the plurality of segments. Methods of reducing dimensions of an annulus, such as a mitral valve annulus, using the systems of the disclosure are also disclosed. |
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Bibliography: | Application Number: US202117526440 |