Methods for controlling the internal circumference of an...

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2003-08-29

2008-11-25

Sweet, Thomas J (Department: 3774)

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

Heart valve

Annuloplasty device

C600S030000, C606S157000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07455690

ABSTRACT:
A method for controlling the circumference of internal anatomic passages corrects physiologic dysfunctions resulting from a structural orifice or lumen which is either too large or too small. Implants are disclosed which employ various means for adjusting and maintaining the size of an orifice to which they are attached. Systems permit the implants to be implanted using minimally invasive procedures and permit final adjustments to the circumference of the implants after the resumption of normal flow of anatomic fluids in situ. Methods are disclosed for using the implants to treat heart valve abnormalities, gastroesophageal abnormalities, anal incontinence, and the like.

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