David A. Rahdert,Timothy R. Machold,John A. Macoviak,Robert T. Chang
申请号:
US10846850
公开号:
US08784482B2
申请日:
2004.05.14
申请国别(地区):
US
年份:
2014
代理人:
摘要:
Devices, systems, and methods employ an implant that is sized and configured to attach in, on, or near the annulus of a dysfunctional heart valve. In use, the implant extends either across the minor axis of the annulus, or across the major axis of the annulus, or both. The implant restores to the heart valve annulus and leaflets a more functional anatomic shape and tension. The more functional anatomic shape and tension are conducive to coaptation of the leaflets, which, in turn, reduces retrograde flow or regurgitation.