Patent application number | Description | Published |
20080208330 | Devices and a Kit for Improving the Function of a Heart Valve - A device for improving the function of a heart valve comprises a first loop-shaped support, which is configured to abut a first side of the heart valve, and a second loop-shaped support, which is configured to abut a second side of the heart valve opposite to said first side, whereby a portion of the valve tissue is trapped between the first and second supports. An outer boundary of the second support is greater than an outer boundary of the first support. | 08-28-2008 |
20090299471 | Device And Method For Improving The Function Of A Heart Valve - A device for improving the function of a heart valve comprises: a support member formed from a shape memory material, and a restraining member providing a restraining action on a course of the support member. The support member may abut one side of the valve conforming to the shape of the valve annulus upon said shape memory material assuming an activated shape while the restraining member restrains the course of the support member. The restraining action is removable for allowing the support member to assume a desired, altered course. The restraining member may be biodegradable to be degraded within a patient or may be detachable from the support member to be withdrawn. The support member according to another embodiment presents a shape change in that an increased cross-section is associated with a shortened length of the support member. The support member according to yet another embodiment has a first and a second activated shape. | 12-03-2009 |
20100145440 | Device And Method For Improving Function Of Heart Valve - A device for improving the function of a heart valve comprises a first loop-shaped support, which is configured to abut a first side of the heart valve, and a first flange unit being connected to said first loop-shaped support. The flange unit is configured to be arranged against said annulus when said first loop-shaped support is abutting said heart valve. | 06-10-2010 |
20100318183 | System For Improving The Function Of A Heart Valve - A device for improving the function of a heart valve comprises a first loop-shaped support, which is configured to abut a first side of the heart valve, and a second loop-shaped support, which is configured to abut a second side of the heart valve opposite to said first side, whereby a portion of the valve tissue is trapped between the first and second supports. An outer boundary of the second support is greater than an outer boundary of the first support. | 12-16-2010 |
20100331971 | Cardiac Valve Downsizing Device And Method - A device for repairing a heart valve comprises a medical device ( | 12-30-2010 |
20100331973 | Device And Method For Improving The Function Of A Heart Valve - A device for improving the function of a heart valve comprises: a support member formed from a shape memory material, and a restraining member providing a restraining action on a course of the support member. The support member may abut one side of the valve conforming to the shape of the valve annulus upon said shape memory material assuming an activated shape while the restraining member restrains the course of the support member. The restraining action is removable for allowing the support member to assume a desired, altered course. The restraining member may be biodegradable to be degraded within a patient or may be detachable from the support member to be withdrawn. The support member according to another embodiment presents a shape change in that an increased cross-section is associated with a shortened length of the support member. The support member according to yet another embodiment has a first and a second activated shape. | 12-30-2010 |
20120316640 | Device And Method For Improving Function Of Heart Valve - A device for improving the function of a heart valve comprises a first loop-shaped support, which is configured to abut a first side of the heart valve, and a first flange unit being connected to said first loop-shaped support. The flange unit is configured to be arranged against said annulus when said first loop-shaped support is abutting said heart valve. | 12-13-2012 |
20120316643 | Device and Method For Improving Function Of Heart Valve - A device for improving the function of a heart valve comprises a first loop-shaped support, which is configured to abut a first side of the heart valve, and a first flange unit being connected to said first loop-shaped support. The flange unit is configured to be arranged against said annulus when said first loop-shaped support is abutting said heart valve. | 12-13-2012 |
20140081394 | Medical Device For A Cardiac Valve Implant - A medical device for holding a cardiac valve implant is disclosed comprising an elongate support defining a peripheral edge with a curvature about which the cardiac valve implant can be fitted, wherein the elongate support comprises a resilient portion for resiliently holding the cardiac valve implant in place in said device, and a support tool for holding a cardiac valve implant comprising first and second elongate support members being separate and radially movable in relation to each other, each having a curvature about which said cardiac valve implant can be fitted and a manipulator portion connected to said first and second elongate support members. | 03-20-2014 |
20140324163 | Device And Method For Improving Fixation Of A Medical Device - A device for improving the function of a heart valve comprises a first loop-shaped support, which is configured to abut a first side of the heart valve. A first flange unit is may be configured as a fabric sleeve covering the loop-shaped support. A portion of the fabric sleeve forms a flange that is attached to the annulus when said first loop-shaped support is abutting said heart valve. The flange is provideable by folding at least a portion of said sleeve over itself for forming a double layer of opposing fabrics thereof, such that said sleeve comprises a flange portion extending from said first loop-shaped support configured to overlap a surface of and form a collar around, at least a portion of said annulus. | 10-30-2014 |
20140350670 | Device And A Method For Improving The Function Of A Heart Valve - A medical device is disclosed that reinforces weakened or degenerated areas of at least a portion of a leaflet ( | 11-27-2014 |
20150039082 | Arrangement, A Loop-Shaped Support, A Prosthetic Heart Valve And A Method Of Repairing Or Replacing A Native Heart Valve - The present disclosure relates to an arrangement, a loop-shaped support, a prosthetic heart valve and a method of repairing or replacing a native heart valve. With the method or the arrangement, leakage or regurgitation between a prosthetic heart valve and the surrounding valve tissue is prevented. In one embodiment, an arrangement for replacement or repair of a native heart valve is provided, which comprises a loop-shaped support ( | 02-05-2015 |