Method and apparatus for accessing the left atrial appendage

Details Method and apparatus for accessing the left atrial appendage Method and apparatus for accessing the left atrial appendage

2006-06-06

2006-06-06

Marmor, Charles (Department: 3736)

Surgery

Diagnostic testing

Flexible catheter guide

C600S435000, C606S167000, C604S264000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07056294

ABSTRACT:
Disclosed is an apparatus for facilitating access to the left atrium, and specifically the left atrial appendage. The apparatus may comprise a sheath with first and second curved sections that facilitate location of the fossa ovalis and left atrial appendage. The apparatus may further comprise tissue piercing and dilating structures. Methods are also disclosed.

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