Devices, systems, and methods for reshaping a heart valve annulus, including the use of an adjustable bridge implant system

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APP PUB NO 20060106278A1
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11255529

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Implants or systems of implants and methods apply a selected force vector or a selected combination of force vectors within or across the left atrium, which allow mitral valve leaflets to better coapt. The implants or systems of implants and methods make possible rapid deployment, facile endovascular delivery, and full intra-atrial adjustability and retrievability years after implant. The implants or systems of implants and methods also make use of strong fluoroscopic landmarks. The implants or systems of implants and methods make use of an adjustable implant and a fixed length implant. The implants or systems of implants and methods may also utilize an adjustable bridge stop to secure the implant, and the methods of implantation employ various tools.

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MVRX INC1700 S AMPHLETT BOULEVARD SUITE 100 SAN MATEO CA 94402

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Chang, Robert T Belmont, CA 62 8176
Machold, Timothy R Moss Beach, CA 170 24798
Macoviak, John A La Jolla, CA 86 15000
Rahdert, David A San Francisco, CA 64 8449
Scott, David J Redwood City, CA 35 1017
Tholfsen, David Rainone San Leandro, CA 5 442

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