Valvuloplasty devices and methods

Details Valvuloplasty devices and methods Valvuloplasty devices and methods

2004-05-27

2009-11-17

Bui, Vy Q (Department: 3773)

Surgery

Instruments

Internal pressure applicator

C623S001110

Reexamination Certificate

active

07618432

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides an aortic valvuloplasty catheter which, in one preferred embodiment, has a tapered distal balloon segment that anchors within the left ventricle outflow track of the patient's heart and a rounded proximal segment which conforms to the aortic sinuses forcing the valve leaflets open. In addition, this embodiment of the valvuloplasty catheter includes a fiber-based balloon membrane, a distal pigtail end hole catheter tip, and a catheter sheath.

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