Devices and methods for reducing cardiac valve regurgitation

Details Devices and methods for reducing cardiac valve regurgitation Devices and methods for reducing cardiac valve regurgitation

2006-05-22

2010-12-21

Gherbi, Suzette J (Department: 3738)

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

Heart valve

Combined with surgical tool

Reexamination Certificate

active

07854762

ABSTRACT:
Devices and methods that may be used to reduce valve regurgitation are disclosed by locating a body across the regurgitant valve. When the valve closes, the body obliterates/ameliorates the regurgitant orifice in the valve, thereby reducing or preventing valve regurgitation. The body may be expandable. The devices may be implantable such that they can remain in place within a subject for extended periods of time.

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