Prosthetic valve that permits retrograde flow

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2008-07-22

2008-07-22

McDermott, Corrine (Department: 3738)

Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai

Arterial prosthesis

Including valve

Reexamination Certificate

active

07402171

ABSTRACT:
A prosthetic valve for regulating fluid flow through a body vessel is provided. The valve includes an expandable support frame and a valve leaflet, and includes at least one opening that permits a controlled amount of retrograde flow through the valve when the valve is in a closed configuration.

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