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Prosthesis (i.e., Artificial Body Members), Parts Thereof, Or Aids And Accessories Therefor > Heart Valve > Annuloplasty Device > Adjustable AdjustableAdjustable 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.12/07/06 - 20060276891 - Mitral valve annuloplasty device with twisted anchor The present invention relates to a tissue shaping device adapted to be disposed in a vessel near a patient's heart to reshape the patient's heart. The device comprises a first anchor and a second anchor adapted to be deployed by a catheter to engage a vessel wall while the first ... 10/26/06 - 20060241748 - Methods and apparatus for controlling the internal circumference of an anatomic orifice or lumen An implantable device is provided for controlling at least one of shape and size of an anatomical structure or lumen. An implantable device has an adjustable member configured to adjust the dimensions of the implantable device. An adjustment tool is configured to actuate the adjustable member and provide for adjustment ... 10/26/06 - 20060241747 - Dynamically adjustable implants and methods for reshaping tissue Tissue shaping methods and devices are provided. The devices can be adjusted within the body of a patient in a less invasive or non-invasive manner, such as by applying energy percutaneously or external to the patient's body. In one example, the device is positioned within the coronary sinus of the ... 10/26/06 - 20060241746 - Magnetic implants and methods for reshaping tissue Methods and devices for reshaping or reforming tissue, such as a mitral valve of a heart, are described. An implant includes a generally flexible body and a plurality of magnetic portions such that the magnetic portions interact to cause a change in the shape of the implant, which, in turn, ... 09/14/06 - 20060206203 - Valvular support prosthesis A ring prosthesis provides suitable flexibilities/stiffness three-dimensionally at various points about the circumference of an associated heart valve, and is shaped proportionally to fit about the annulus of the associated heart valve. The ring prosthesis also provides a certain flexibility to conform to the natural non-planar shape of the annulus ... 08/17/06 - 20060184242 - Method and apparatus for percutaneous reduction of anterior-posterior diameter of mitral valve A method and apparatus for treating mitral regurgitation by approximating the septal and lateral (clinically referred to as anterior and posterior) annulus of the mitral valve. The distal end of the device is inserted into the coronary sinus of the heart and the proximal end of the device rests within ... 07/06/06 - 20060149368 - Heart valve repair apparatus and methods Valve repair apparatus and methods for ensuring proper coaptation and operation of the leaflets of a heart valve. Main aspects of the disclosure relate to devices including a support member configured for attachment to the heart valve annulus, a post extending from the support member away from the plane of ... 06/01/06 - 20060116758 - Device, system and method to affect the mitral valve annulus of a heart A device for modifying the shape of a mitral valve annulus. In one embodiment, the device includes a connector disposed between first and second anchors, the first and second anchors each adapted to be deployed in a coronary sinus adjacent the mitral valve annulus to anchor the device in the ... 04/27/06 - 20060089711 - Multifilament anchor for reducing a compass of a lumen or structure in mammalian body A system for reducing a compass of an opening or structure in a mammalian body comprises an anchor having a central aperture, a tensioner having a plurality of openings, and a plurality of filaments, each including a retaining member affixed to a distal portion of the filament. The tensioner is ... 02/02/06 - 20060025858 - Mitral valve ring for treatment of mitral valve regurgitation An active bodily ring having a housing adapted to be sutured to a bodily component and a loop disposed in the housing, the loop capable of actively expanding and compressing during the bodily components normal function. The housing defines a first chamber and a second chamber, the first chamber containing ... 01/26/06 - 20060020336 - Automated annular plication for mitral valve repair A method for reducing mitral regurgitation comprising: providing a plication assembly comprising a first anchoring element, a second anchoring element, and a linkage construct connecting the first anchoring element to the second anchoring element; positioning the first anchoring element in the coronary sinus adjacent to the mitral annulus, and positioning ... 12/29/05 - 20050288783 - Methods for treating cardiac valves using magnetic fields Methods and devices are provided for support of a body structure. The devices can be adjusted within the body of a patient in a minimally invasive or non-invasive manner such as by applying energy percutaneously or external to the patient's body. The energy may include, for example, acoustic energy, radio ... 12/29/05 - 20050288782 - Cardiac valve implant with energy absorbing material Methods and devices are provided for support of a body structure. The devices can be adjusted within the body of a patient in a minimally invasive or non-invasive manner such as by applying energy percutaneously or external to the patient's body. The energy may include, for example, acoustic energy, radio ... 12/29/05 - 20050288781 - Adjustable cardiac valve implant with ferromagnetic material Methods and devices are provided for support of a body structure. The devices can be adjusted within the body of a patient in a minimally invasive or non-invasive manner such as by applying energy percutaneously or external to the patient's body. The energy may include, for example, acoustic energy, radio ... 12/29/05 - 20050288780 - Adjustable cardiac valve implant with selective dimensional adjustment Methods and devices are provided for support of a body structure. The devices can be adjusted within the body of a patient in a minimally invasive or non-invasive manner such as by applying energy percutaneously or external to the patient's body. The energy may include, for example, acoustic energy, radio ... 12/29/05 - 20050288779 - Methods for treating cardiac valves with adjustable implants Methods and devices are provided for support of a body structure. The devices can be adjusted within the body of a patient in a minimally invasive or non-invasive manner such as by applying energy percutaneously or external to the patient's body. The energy may include, for example, acoustic energy, radio ... 12/29/05 - 20050288778 - Selectively adjustable cardiac valve implants Methods and devices are provided for support of a body structure. The devices can be adjusted within the body of a patient in a minimally invasive or non-invasive manner such as by applying energy percutaneously or external to the patient's body. The energy may include, for example, acoustic energy, radio ... 12/29/05 - 20050288777 - Thermal conductor for adjustable cardiac valve implant Methods and devices are provided for support of a body structure. The devices can be adjusted within the body of a patient in a minimally invasive or non-invasive manner such as by applying energy percutaneously or external to the patient's body. The energy may include, for example, acoustic energy, radio ... 12/29/05 - 20050288776 - Adjustable cardiac valve implant with coupling mechanism Methods and devices are provided for support of a body structure. The devices can be adjusted within the body of a patient in a minimally invasive or non-invasive manner such as by applying energy percutaneously or external to the patient's body. The energy may include, for example, acoustic energy, radio ... 09/08/05 - 20050197696 - Papilloplasty band and sizing device Unique semi-circular papillary muscle and annulus bands are described that are useful for modifying the alignment of papillary muscles, a mitral valve annulus and/or a tricuspid valve annulus. Methods to effect the alignment are also described and an unique sizing device that can be used for such alignment is described. ... 08/25/05 - 20050187620 - Systems for heart treatment Devices and methods for treating degenerative, congestive heart disease and related dysfunction are described. Passive and active cardiac support structures mitigate changes in ventricular structure (i.e., remodeling) and deterioration of global left ventricular performance related to tissue damage precipitating from ischemia, acute myocardial infarction (AMI) or other abnormalities. Cardiac efficiency ... ### FreshPatents.com Support |