Surgery – Cardiac augmentation
Reexamination Certificate
2005-05-03
2005-05-03
Robinson, Daniel (Department: 3742)
Surgery
Cardiac augmentation
C623S003100
Reexamination Certificate
active
06887192
ABSTRACT:
This is a support device that prevents, reduces, and delays remodeling of diseased cardiac tissue, and also decreases the impact of such remodeling on collateral tissue is disclosed. The invention further reinforces abnormal tissue regions to prevent over-expansion of the tissue due to increased afterload and excessive wall tension. As a result, the support device prevents phenomenon such as systolic stretch from occurring and propagating. The support structure maintains and restores diastolic compliance, wall motion, and ejection fraction to preserve heart functionality. As such, the support device prevents and treats cardiomyopathy and congestive heart failure.
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Fleischman Sidney D.
Houser Russell A.
Tolomeo Deborah
Whayne James G.
Bozicevic Field & Francis LLP
Converge Medical Inc.
LaSalle Carol M.
Robinson Daniel
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