Method of determining size of cardiac prosthesis

Details Method of determining size of cardiac prosthesis Method of determining size of cardiac prosthesis

2008-04-15

2008-04-15

Gherbi, Suzette (Department: 3738)

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

Heart valve

Combined with surgical tool

C623S904000, C033S551000

Reexamination Certificate

active

11132059

ABSTRACT:
A sizing apparatus and a method for ascertaining a size for a cardiac prosthesis are disclosed. Specifically, the sizing is implemented by positioning a contact member at a patient's heart valve for engagement by one or more viable leaflets of the patient's valve. The size is determined based on the engagement between the contact member and the leaflet (or leaflets) of the patient's valve.

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