Multi-segmented annuloplasty ring prosthesis

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 4917698
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07290001

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A ring prosthesis which provides different flexibilities at various points about the circumference of an associated heart valve. Specifically, the annuloplasty ring prosthesis of the invention includes a segmented body formed by two or more segments. The individual segments form a body which is substantially circular and shaped proportional to fit about the annulus of the associated heart valve. The individual segments are held in position with respect to each by a flexible joint. This flexible joint is formed by covering the segments with a flexible material which fits snugly about the segments. The cover is tied off between the adjacent segments to further restrain movement of the segments with respect to each other.

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  • EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES CORPORATION

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Carpentier, Alain Paris, FR 38 6852
Lam, Hung L Norco, CA 11 1942
Nguyen, Than Huntington Beach, CA 59 12615

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