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Prosthesis (i.e., Artificial Body Members), Parts Thereof, Or Aids And Accessories Therefor > Heart Valve > Combined With Surgical Tool Combined With Surgical ToolCombined With Surgical Tool patent applications listed are from June 2005 to current and include Date, Patent Application Number, Patent Title, Patent Abstract summary and are linked to the corresponding patent application page.12/14/06 - 20060282162 - Expandable annuloplasty ring and associated ring holder Devices and methods are provided for surgical repair of dilated aortic root to restore aortic valve competence while preserving native leaflets. In one aspect of the invention an expandable annuloplasty ring is provided for external placement at the base of a dilated aortic root. The expandable ring is capable of ... 12/14/06 - 20060282161 - Valve annulus reduction system System (10) for treating a dilated heart valve includes a dilivery device. Tension device (12) is slidably received within the lumen of delivery device (14) for delivery to and deployment at the treatment area. Delivery device (14) includes a plurality of arranged catheters including an inner catheter (26) within the ... 11/30/06 - 20060271173 - Method and apparatus for implanting an aortic valve prosthesis A method and apparatus for percutaneously implanting an aortic valve prosthesis includes a pump for pumping oxygenated blood from the left atrium into the descending aorta, during a period of time in which an aortic valve prosthesis is being implanted within a diseased aortic valve. First and second catheters are ... 11/30/06 - 20060271172 - Minimally invasive aortic valve replacement A replacement cardiac valve for placement adjacent the native annulus comprises a valve body having a multi-leaflet valve, a supporting stent surrounding and operatively coupled to the valve body, a superior O-ring and an inferior O-ring spaced from one another to span the native annulus, the O-rings surrounding the valve ... 11/16/06 - 20060259135 - Apparatus and method for replacing a cardiac valve An apparatus for replacing a cardiac valve having at least two native valve leaflets includes an expandable support member with oppositely disposed first and second ends and a main body portion extending between the ends. The first and second ends respectively include a plurality of upper and lower wing members ... 11/16/06 - 20060259134 - Implantable prosthetic devices particularly for transarterial delivery in the treatment of aortic stenosis, and methods of implanting such devices Prosthetic devices as described for use in the treatment of aortic stenosis in the aortic valve of a patient's heart, the prosthetic device having a compressed state for transarterial delivery and being expandable to an expanded state for implantation. The prosthetic device includes an expandable metal base (10) constructed so ... 11/09/06 - 20060253191 - Methods and apparatus for endovascular heart valve replacement comprising tissue grasping elements A method for endovascularly replacing a patient's heart valve including the following steps: endovascularly delivering an anchor and a replacement valve supported within the anchor to a vicinity of the heart valve in a collapsed delivery configuration, the anchor having grasping elements adapted to grasp tissue in a vicinity of ... 10/26/06 - 20060241743 - Valve holder The present invention is an improved apparatus for holding and maneuvering a valve during preparation and attachment to patient. The present invention is particularly useful for increased visibility of the prosthetic valve and the sewing ring to prevent suture entanglement. The present invention is used most effectively with mitral valves ... 10/19/06 - 20060235510 - Prosthetic heart valve system A prosthetic heart valve system including a prosthetic heart valve and a deflection device. The deflection device includes a line and a connector assembly including a tensioning component. The line interconnects and passes through free ends of stent posts associated with the heart valve, and is further connected to the ... 10/19/06 - 20060235509 - Valve apparatus, system and method A cardiac valve with a first anchor frame and a cover on the first anchor frame for unidirectional flow of a liquid through the valve. ... 10/12/06 - 20060229717 - Method and apparatus for reducing mitral regurgitation A method for reducing mitral regurgitation includes deploying deforming matter into a selected one of (i) a mitral valve annulus adjacent a posterior leaflet, and (ii) tissue adjacent the mitral valve annulus and proximate the posterior leaflet, to cause conformational change in the mitral valve annulus to increase mitral valve ... 10/12/06 - 20060229716 - Replacement aortic valve leaflets and related technology Replacement aortic heart leaflets and method of making the same. The replacement aortic heart leaflets of the present invention include first and second segments. The second segment is integral with, and extends from, the first segment. A virtual line L having a predetermined length corresponding to the distance between two ... 09/28/06 - 20060217803 - Apparatus, system, and method for delivering an annuloplasty ring An annuloplasty ring holder includes an angled post for improved visibility and access by the surgeon. The post may be configured to be adjusted in angle and rotation. The ring holder can include a relatively open lower template, including relatively narrow extending radial arms with short, generally arcuate ring-retaining distal ... 09/28/06 - 20060217802 - Heart valve and method for insertion of the heart valve into a bodily vessel A heart valve includes a stent for fixing the heart valve in a bodily vessel and a stentless valve portion for restricting the flow of blood through the valve to a single direction. The valve portion is supported and suspended in the bodily vessel via connectors spanning a gap between ... 09/14/06 - 20060206202 - Apparatus for treatment of cardiac valves and method of its manufacture A prosthetic valve including a replacement valve having a tubular valve body wall, an expandable stent having a framework with first and second ends, and suturing holding the framework to the valve body at the first and second ends. The suturing at the first end is colored differently from the ... 08/31/06 - 20060195181 - Heart valve system A valve system including an aortic valve and a holder. The holder includes a holder body, which has a central portion, engagable with a holder handle, and downwardly extending leg portions that engage the valve in the areas between the commissure posts. The central portion of the holder further includes ... 08/31/06 - 20060195180 - Implantable small percutaneous valve and methods of delivery An implantable prosthetic valve that is transformable from a first helical pre-implantation configuration to a second valvular functional configuration, and methods of delivery. ... 08/24/06 - 20060190077 - Annuloplasty system An annuloplasty system including an annuloplasty prosthesis and a holder for the prosthesis. At least one rigid, downwardly extending penetrating member extends into the prosthesis. Preferably, at least one outwardly extending member extending alongside a lower surface of the prosthesis, preventing the prosthesis from moving downward and off of the ... 08/03/06 - 20060173536 - Body lumen device anchor, device and assembly An anchor anchors a therapeutic device having an elongated body within a body lumen. The anchor includes a fixation member carried on the device which is adjustable from a first configuration that permits placement of the device in the body lumen to a second configuration that anchors the device within ... 07/27/06 - 20060167541 - Treatments for a patient with congestive heart failure The invention is directed to two minimally invasive therapeutic procedures, particularly for patients with congestive heart failure, and devices and systems for such procedures. One procedure involves providing a valved passageway through the patient's left ventricular wall at the apex of the patient's heart and advancing instruments through the valved ... 07/20/06 - 20060161249 - Ring-shaped valve prosthesis attachment device A valve delivery device and method of use is provided. In one embodiment, a method for attaching a valve prosthesis to a target tissue includes providing a ring having a portion defining a groove and a plurality of fasteners coupled to the ring. A portion of the valve prosthesis is ... 06/29/06 - 20060142854 - Device and method for modifying the shape of a body organ An intravascular support device includes a support or reshaper wire, a proximal anchor and a distal anchor. The support wire engages a vessel wall to change the shape of tissue adjacent the vessel in which the intravascular support is placed. The anchors and support wire are designed such that the ... 06/15/06 - 20060129235 - Prosthetic valve for transluminal delivery A prosthetic valve assembly for use in replacing a deficient native valve comprises a replacement valve supported on an expandable valve support. If desired, one or more anchor may be used. The valve support, which entirely supports the valve annulus, valve leaflets, and valve commissure points, is configured to be ... 06/01/06 - 20060116757 - Methods and apparatus for remodeling an extravascular tissue structure A medical apparatus and method for remodeling a mitral valve annulus adjacent to the coronary sinus includes an elongate body having a proximal end and a distal end. The elongate body is movable from a first, flexible configuration for transluminal delivery to at least a portion of the coronary sinus ... 06/01/06 - 20060116756 - Method and device for treatment of mitral insufficiency A device for treatment of mitral annulus dilation is disclosed, wherein the device comprises two states. In a first of these states the device is insertable into the coronary sinus and has a shape of the coronary sinus. When positioned in the coronary sinus, the device is transferable to the ... 05/11/06 - 20060100698 - Treatments for a patient with congestive heart failure The invention is directed to two minimally invasive therapeutic procedures, particularly for patients with congestive heart failure, and devices and systems for such procedures. One procedure involves providing a valved passageway through the patient's left ventricular wall at the apex of the patient's heart and advancing instruments through the valved ... 05/11/06 - 20060100697 - Shape memory annuloplasty ring and holder An annuloplasty ring includes an elastomeric member, a shape memory member, and an outer wrap covering the elastomeric member. The shape memory member is disposed in the elastomeric member and enables the annuloplasty ring to exhibit a compressed form and an expanded form depending on the temperature of the shape ... 04/06/06 - 20060074485 - Method and apparatus for percutaneous valve repair Methods and apparatus are provided for valve repair or replacement. In one embodiment, the apparatus is a valve delivery device comprising a first apparatus and a second apparatus. The first apparatus includes a heart valve support having a proximal portion and a distal portion and a heart valve excisor slidably ... 04/06/06 - 20060074484 - Methods and devices for repair or replacement of heart valves or adjacent tissue without the need for full cardiopulmonary support Methods and systems for endovascular, endocardiac, or endoluminal approaches to a patient's heart to perform surgical procedures that may be performed or used without requiring extracorporeal cardiopulmonary bypass. Furthermore, these procedures can be performed through a relatively small number of small incisions. These procedures may illustratively include heart valve implantation, ... 03/30/06 - 20060069429 - Tissue fastening systems and methods utilizing magnetic guidance Catheter based systems and methods for securing tissue including the annulus of a mitral valve. The systems and methods employ catheter based techniques and devices to plicate tissue and perform an annuloplasty. ... 03/02/06 - 20060047338 - Cardiac valve, system, and method A cardiac valve with a support frame having a first end member and a second end member opposing the first end member in a substantially fixed distance relationship, and a cover extending over the support frame to allow for unidirectional flow of a liquid through the valve. ... 02/23/06 - 20060041306 - Devices and methods for heart valve treatment Devices and methods for treating heart valves include members that assist the valve in closing during at least a portion of the cardiac cycle. Such devices include members configured to alter the shape of a valve annulus, reposition at least one papillary muscle, and/or plug an orifice of the valve ... 02/02/06 - 20060025856 - Annuloplasty band and method An annuloplasty band comprising a sheath, and a generally arcuate stiffening element disposed within the sheath. The stiffening element extends from a first end to a second end, and preferably includes eyelets at its first and second ends adapted to receive sutures to secure the annuloplasty band to a valve ... 01/26/06 - 20060020334 - Methods of cardiac valve replacement using nonstented prosthetic valve A method of implanting a prosthetic valve within a heart comprises translumenally advancing a prosthetic valve comprising an inflatable structure to a position proximate a native valve of the heart. A portion of the inflatable structure that is distal to the native valve is inflated. A portion of the inflatable ... 01/26/06 - 20060020333 - Method of in situ formation of translumenally deployable heart valve support A method of implanting a prosthetic valve within the heart comprises translumenally advancing a prosthetic valve comprising an inflatable structure to a position proximate a native valve of the heart. A first chamber of the inflatable structure is inflated and then, independently, a second chamber of the inflatable structure is ... 01/26/06 - 20060020332 - Nonstented temporary valve for cardiovascular therapy A method of treating a patient utilizes a temporary valve. In one embodiment, an inflatable structure of a temporary valve is inflated at a cardiovascular site in fluid communication with a native valve. At least a portion of the native valve is removed translumenally. A prosthetic valve is deployed to ... 01/19/06 - 20060015177 - Heart valve support and lid liner system and methods Systems and methods for supporting a replacement heart valve are presented herein. A bioprosthesis may be stored in a storage container by suspending the bioprosthesis from a support structure. The volume of storage solution may be reduced by using a lid with a boss extending therefrom to displace some of ... 01/05/06 - 20060004442 - Paravalvular leak detection, sealing, and prevention The present invention provides a series of new percutaneous concepts of paravalvular repairs including identifying the leak location, several repair techniques and finally built-in means for leak prevention, built on percutaneous valves. A catheter-delivered device locates cavities occurring between a prosthetic valve and the wall of the body vessel where ... 12/22/05 - 20050283232 - Sizing apparatus A sizing apparatus can include a contact member having a curved contact surface, the contact surface extending in a substantially convex shape from a proximal end to a distal end along a direction that lies in a same plane as a first axis, the contact surface extending in a substantially ... 12/22/05 - 20050283231 - Everting heart valve The present invention provides methods and apparatus for endovascularly replacing a patient's heart valve. The apparatus includes a replacement valve and an expandable anchor configured for endovascular delivery to a vicinity of the patient's heart valve. In some embodiments, the replacement valve is adapted to wrap about the anchor, for ... 12/01/05 - 20050267572 - Systems and methods for holding annuloplasty rings Holders for releasably holding annuloplasty rings prior to and during the implantation of the rings employ any of a variety of features relating to such things as holder shape, handle attachment structures, securement of a ring to the holder, and release of the ring from the holder. ... 12/01/05 - 20050267571 - Tissue fastening systems and methods utilizing magnetic guidance Catheter based systems and methods for securing tissue including the annulus of a mitral valve. The systems and methods employ catheter based techniques and devices to plicate tissue and perform an annuloplasty. ... 11/10/05 - 20050251252 - Heart valve holder and method for resisting suture looping An improved holder and method for implanting a tissue-type prosthetic mitral heart valve that prevents suture looping and may also constrict the commissure posts of the valve. An upstanding or shaft member axially positioned on the holder causes the lengths of attachment sutures to extend axially beyond the commissure post ... 11/10/05 - 20050251251 - Valve prosthesis for implantation in body channels A valve prosthesis which is especially useful in the case of aortic stenosis and capable of resisting the powerful recoil force and to stand the forceful balloon inflation performed to deploy the valve and to embed it in the aortic annulus, comprises a collapsible valvular structure and an expandable frame ... 10/20/05 - 20050234546 - Transcatheter delivery of a replacement heart valve A replacement heart valve apparatus. The heart valve apparatus includes a stent and a valve frame having a substantially cylindrical body defining a lumen. The valve frame includes a plurality of curved wire pairs attached to the substantially cylindrical body. Each curved wire pair includes an inner curved wire and ... 10/13/05 - 20050228493 - Valve holder A valve holder assembly having a main valve holder and a detachable secondary valve holder for positioning a heart valve prosthesis. ... 10/06/05 - 20050222678 - Remotely adjustable coronary sinus implant Disclosed are methods and devices for applying pressure to an adjacent tissue structure, such as the annulus of the mitral valve. An adjustable implant is provided with an elongate control line having a distal end connected to the implant and a proximal end spaced apart from the implant. The device ... 09/29/05 - 20050216078 - Delivery devices and methods for heart valve repair Devices, systems and methods facilitate positioning of a cardiac valve annulus treatment device, thus enhancing treatment of the annulus. Methods generally involve advancing an anchor delivery device through vasculature of the patient to a location in the heart for treating the valve annulus, contacting the anchor delivery device with a ... 09/29/05 - 20050216077 - Fixed length anchor and pull mitral valve device and method A device affects the mitral valve annulus geometry of a heart. The device includes a first anchor configured to be positioned within and anchored to the coronary sinus of the heart adjacent the mitral valve annulus within the heart and a second anchor configured to be positioned within the coronary ... 09/15/05 - 20050203616 - Valve prosthesis for implantation in body channels A valve prosthesis which is especially useful in the case of aortic stenosis and capable of resisting the powerful recoil force and to stand the forceful balloon inflation performed to deploy the valve and to embed it in the aortic annulus, comprises a collapsible valvular structure and an expandable frame ... 09/15/05 - 20050203615 - Prosthetic heart valves, scaffolding structures, and systems and methods for implantation of same Prosthetic valves and their component parts are described, as are prosthetic valve delivery devices and methods for their use. The prosthetic valves are particularly adapted for use in percutaneous aortic valve replacement procedures. The delivery devices are particularly adapted for use in minimally invasive surgical procedures. ... 09/15/05 - 20050203614 - Prosthetic heart valves, scaffolding structures, and systems and methods for implantation of same Prosthetic valves and their component parts are described, as are prosthetic valve delivery devices and methods for their use. The prosthetic valves are particularly adapted for use in percutaneous aortic valve replacement procedures. The delivery devices are particularly adapted for use in minimally invasive surgical procedures. ... 09/01/05 - 20050192665 - Implantable prosthetic valve A valve prosthesis device is disclosed suitable for implantation in body ducts. The device comprises support stent, comprised of a deployable construction adapted to be initially crimped in a narrow configuration suitable for catheterization through the body duct to a target location and adapted to be deployed by exerting substantially ... 08/25/05 - 20050187616 - Methods and apparatus for valve repair A valve delivery device is provided. The device comprises a heart valve prosthesis support having a proximal portion and a distal portion; a plurality of fasteners ejectably mounted on the support; a heart valve prosthesis being releasably coupled to said distal portion of said heart valve prosthesis support; and where ... 08/18/05 - 20050182487 - Three-dimensional annuloplasty ring and template An annuloplasty ring having a three-dimensional discontinuous form generally arranged about an axis with two free ends that are axially offset. The ring is particularly suited for repair of the tricuspid valve, and more closely conforms to the annulus shape. The ring is more flexible in bending about radially extending ... 08/18/05 - 20050182486 - Support apparatus and heart valve prosthesis for sutureless implantation An apparatus is disclosed for supporting a heart valve at an annulus of an implantation site. The apparatus includes a base portion operative to maintain a circumferential dimension thereof. A plurality of fingers extend axially and radially outwardly from the first end of the support element. A heart valve can ... 08/04/05 - 20050171601 - Minimally-invasive annuloplasty repair segment delivery system An annuloplasty repair segment and template for heart valve annulus repair. The elongate flexible template may form a distal part of a holder that also has a proximal handle. Alternatively, the template may be releasably attached to a mandrel that slides within a delivery sheath, the template being released from ... 07/28/05 - 20050165477 - Percutaneously deliverable heart valve This invention discloses a percutaneously deliverable heart valve and delivery means thereof, wherein the percutaneously deliverable heart valve is a foldable heart valve prosthesis to replace a diseased valve of a patient comprising: a support structure with a diameter, wherein the support structure is foldable to a smaller diameter, the ... 07/07/05 - 20050149180 - Body lumen device anchor, device and assembly An anchor anchors a therapeutic device having an elongated body within a body lumen. The anchor includes a fixation member carried on the device which is adjustable from a first configuration that permits placement of the device in the body lumen to a second configuration that anchors the device within ... 07/07/05 - 20050149179 - Body lumen device anchor, device and assembly An anchor anchors a therapeutic device having an elongated body within a body lumen. The anchor includes a fixation member carried on the device which is adjustable from a first configuration that permits placement of the device in the body lumen to a second configuration that anchors the device within ... 07/07/05 - 20050149178 - Annuloplasty instrument A device for repairing a heart valve comprises an implantation instrument. The implantation instrument comprises a first support ring, and a second support ring connected to said first support ring to form a coiled configuration. The first support ring is configured to abut one side of the valve and the ... 06/30/05 - 20050143809 - Methods and apparatus for endovascularly replacing a heart valve The invention includes methods of and apparatus for endovascularly replacing a heart valve of a patient. One aspect of the invention provides a method including the steps of endovascularly delivering a replacement valve and an expandable anchor to a vicinity of the heart valve in an unexpanded configuration; and applying ... 06/23/05 - 20050137699 - Methods and apparatus for endovascularly replacing a heart valve The invention includes methods of and apparatus for endovascularly replacing a heart valve of a patient. One aspect of the invention provides a method including the steps of endovascularly delivering a replacement valve and an expandable anchor in an unexpanded configuration within a sheath to a vicinity of the heart ... 06/23/05 - 20050137698 - Leaflet engagement elements and methods for use thereof The present invention relates to apparatus for methods for endovascularly replacing a patient's heart valve. The apparatus includes an expandable anchor with leaflet engagement elements on the proximal end of the anchor and a replacement valve. The leaflet engagement elements can be used to prevent distal migration and insure proper ... 06/23/05 - 20050137697 - Leaflet engagement elements and methods for use thereof The present invention relates to apparatus for methods for endovascularly replacing a patient's heart valve. The apparatus includes an expandable anchor with leaflet engagement elements on the proximal end of the anchor and a replacement valve. The leaflet engagement elements can be used to prevent distal migration and insure proper ... 06/23/05 - 20050137696 - Apparatus and methods for protecting against embolization during endovascular heart valve replacement Apparatus for protecting a patient against embolization during endovascular replacement of the patient's heart valve is provided, the apparatus including a replacement valve configured for endovascular delivery and deployment, and an embolic filter configured for disposal downstream of the replacement valve during deployment of the valve. Apparatus including a delivery ... 06/23/05 - 20050137695 - Replacement valve and anchor Apparatus for endovascularly replacing a patient's heart valve, including: a replacement valve adapted to be delivered endovascularly to a vicinity of the heart valve; an expandable anchor adapted to be delivered endovascularly to the vicinity of the heart valve; and a lock mechanism configured to maintain a minimum amount of ... 06/23/05 - 20050137694 - Methods and apparatus for endovascularly replacing a patient's heart valve The present invention provides methods and apparatus for endovascularly replacing a patient's heart valve. The apparatus includes a replacement valve and an anchor having an expandable braid. In some embodiments, the expandable braid is fabricated from a single strand of wire. In some embodiments, the expandable braid comprises at least ... 06/23/05 - 20050137693 - Methods and apparatus for endovascularly replacing a patient's heart valve The present invention relates to methods for endovascularly replacing a patient's heart valve. In some embodiments, the method includes the steps of endovascularly delivering a replacement valve and an anchor to a vicinity of the heart valve, the anchor having a braid, and expanding the braid to a deployed configuration ... 06/23/05 - 20050137692 - Methods and apparatus for endovascularly replacing a patient's heart valve The present invention provides methods and apparatus for endovascularly replacing a patient's heart valve. The apparatus includes a replacement valve and an anchor having an expandable braid. In some embodiments, the expandable braid is fabricated from a single strand of wire. In some embodiments, the expandable braid comprises at least ... 06/23/05 - 20050137691 - Two piece heart valve and anchor Apparatus for endovascularly replacing a patient's heart valve, including: a custom-designed anchor; and a replacement valve, wherein the custom-designed anchor is adapted to engage native leaflets of the heart valve, and wherein the anchor and the valve are adapted for in vivo expansion and coupling to one another to form ... 06/23/05 - 20050137690 - Low profile heart valve and delivery system Apparatus for endovascularly replacing a patient's heart valve, including: a delivery catheter having a diameter of 21 french or less; an expandable anchor disposed within the delivery catheter; and a replacement valve disposed within the delivery catheter. The invention also includes a method for endovascularly replacing a heart valve of ... 06/23/05 - 20050137689 - Retrievable heart valve anchor and method A method for endovascularly replacing a heart valve of a patient. In some embodiments the method includes the steps of: endovascularly delivering a replacement valve and an expandable anchor in an unexpanded configuration within a catheter to a vicinity of the heart valve; deploying the anchor from the catheter; expanding ... 06/23/05 - 20050137688 - Repositionable heart valve and method A method for percutaneously replacing a heart valve of a patient. In some embodiments the method includes the steps of percutaneously delivering a replacement valve and an expandable anchor to a vicinity of the heart valve in an unexpanded configuration; expanding the anchor to a deployed configuration in which the ... 06/23/05 - 20050137687 - Heart valve anchor and method Apparatus for endovascularly replacing a patient's heart valve. In some embodiments the apparatus includes an expandable anchor with a lip region and a skirt region; and a replacement valve, wherein the lip region and skirt region are configured for percutaneous expansion to engage leaflets of the heart valve. The invention ... 06/23/05 - 20050137686 - Externally expandable heart valve anchor and method The invention includes methods of and apparatus for endovascularly replacing a heart valve of a patient. One aspect of the invention provides a method including the steps of endovascularly delivering a replacement valve and an expandable anchor to a vicinity of the heart valve in an unexpanded configuration; and applying ... 06/23/05 - 20050137685 - Reduced length tissue shaping device One aspect of the invention is a method of treating mitral valve regurgitation in a patient. The method includes the steps of delivering a tissue shaping device to the patient's coronary sinus in an unexpanded configuration within a catheter having an outer diameter no more than nine or ten french, ... 06/02/05 - 20050119734 - Tissue fastening systems and methods utilizing magnetic guidance Catheter based systems and methods for securing tissue including the annulus of a mitral valve. The systems and methods employ catheter based techniques and devices to plicate tissue and perform an annuloplasty. ... ### FreshPatents.com Support - Terms & Conditions |