Method and system to treat and prevent myocardial infarct expansion
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Feb 8, 2011
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Sep 30, 2004
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Mar 25, 2004
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Mar 26, 2003
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A method and apparatus for prevention and reduction of myocardial infarct expansion and heart remodeling by infusion of fluid into the pericardial space of the heart to created a hydraulic heart constraint. As a result of the constraint ventricular stress and dilation is reduced. Pressure in the pericardial sac is maintained at a safe level for the duration of treatment. Apparatus consists of a catheter and a fluid infusion system.
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