Implantable devices for controlling the size and shape of an anatomical structure or lumen

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9326857
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12757687

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An implantable device system for controlling the dimensions of internal anatomic passages corrects physiologic dysfunctions resulting from a structural lumen which is either too large or too small. Implantable devices are disclosed which employ various mechanisms for adjusting and maintaining the size of an orifice to which they are attached. Systems permit the implants to be implanted using minimally invasive procedures and permit final adjustments to the dimensions of the implants after the resumption of normal flow of anatomic fluids in situ.

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ST JUDE MEDICAL CARDIOLOGY DIVISION INC177 EAST COUNTY ROAD B ST PAUL MN 55117

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Cartledge, Richard G Hollywood, US 54 6028
Fann, James I Los Altos, US 37 3754
Lee, Leonard Y New York, US 23 3891

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