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Percutaneous mitral annuloplasty with hemodynamic monitoring
Assignee: Edwards Lifesciences AG
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Filing: 2001-10-01
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Granted: 2004-03-23
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Expires: 2021-10-01
Abstract
Abstract A minimally invasive method of performing mitral annuloplasty is disclosed. An implantable device is positioned within the coronary sinus and tightened around the mitral annulus. Mitral valve regurgitation is monitored before, during, and/or after the tightening step. An on-going drug therapy may be determined, taking into account post-implantation hemodynamic function.
Inventors
- 👤 Jonathan J. Langberg
- 👤 Michael D. Lesh
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 13:41
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61F; A61F2/00; A61F2/02; A61F2/24; A61F2/2442; A61F2/2451; A61F2/2466; A61N; A61N1/00; A61N1/02; A61N1/04; A61N1/05; A61N1/056; A61N2001/0585
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 43
Claim 1
Independent Claim
55 words
A method of treating a patient, comprising the steps of: transluminally advancing a prosthesis into the coronary sinus; manipulating the prosthesis to exert a compressive force on the mitral valve annulus; locking the prosthesis to retain a compressive force on the annulus following the manipulating step; and monitoring hemodynamic function to assess mitral valve regurgitation.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
55 words
A method of treating a patient, comprising the steps of: transluminally advancing a prosthesis into the coronary sinus; manipulating the prosthesis to exert a compressive force on the mitral valve annulus; locking the prosthesis to retain a compressive force on the annulus following the manipulating step; and monitoring hemodynamic function to assess mitral valve regurgitation.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
20 words
A method as in claim 1 , wherein the monitoring step comprises monitoring hemodynamic function prior to the manipulation step.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
19 words
A method as in claim 1 , wherein the monitoring step comprises monitoring hemodynamic function during the manipulation step.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
19 words
A method as in claim 1 , wherein the monitoring step comprises monitoring hemodynamic function following the manipulation step.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
23 words
A method as in claim 1 , further comprising the step of percutaneously accessing the venous system prior to the transluminally advancing step.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
24 words
A method as in claim 5 , wherein the accessing step is accomplished by accessing one of the internal jugular, subclavian or femoral veins.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
26 words
A method as in claim 1 , wherein the manipulating step comprises axially moving a forming element with respect to the prosthesis, to bend the prosthesis.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
17 words
A method as in claim 1 , wherein the transluminally advancing step is accomplished using a catheter.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
24 words
A method as in claim 1 , wherein the locking step comprises moving an engagement surface from a disengaged configuration to an engaged configuration.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
16 words
A method as in claim 1 , wherein the locking step comprises providing an interference fit.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
16 words
A method as in claim 1 , wherein the locking step comprises providing an adhesive bond.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
15 words
A method as in claim 1 , wherein the locking step comprises providing a knot.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
16 words
A method as in claim 1 , wherein the locking step comprises providing a compression fit.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
30 words
A method as in claim 1 , further comprising the steps of first measuring the coronary sinus and then selecting an appropriately sized prosthesis prior to the transluminally advancing step.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
20 words
A method as in claim 1 , wherein the step of monitoring hemodynamic function is accomplished using transesophageal echo cardiography.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
21 words
A method as in claim 1 , wherein the step of monitoring hemodynamic function is accomplished using surface echo cardiographic imaging.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
21 words
A method as in claim 1 , wherein the step of monitoring hemodynamic function is accomplished using intracardiac echo cardiographic imaging.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
21 words
A method as in claim 1 , wherein the step of monitoring hemodynamic function is accomplished using fluoroscopy with radiocontrast media.
Claim 20
Dependent Claim
25 words
A method as in claim 1 , wherein the step of monitoring hemodynamic function is accomplished using left atrial or pulmonary capillary wedge pressure measurements.
Claim 21
Dependent Claim
24 words
A method as in claim 1 , further comprising the step of determining an ongoing drug therapy taking into account post implantation hemodynamic function.
Claim 22
Independent Claim
96 words
A method of remodeling a mitral valve annulus to reduce mitral valve regurgitation, comprising the steps of: providing a prosthesis which is adjustable between a first configuration for transluminal deployment within the coronary sinus and a second configuration for exerting a compressive force against the mitral valve annulus from within the coronary sinus; transluminally advancing the prosthesis to a position at least partially within the coronary sinus; tightening the prosthesis to reduce mitral valve regurgitation; locking the prosthesis to retain a compressive force on the annulus following the tightening step; and monitoring the degree of regurgitation.
Claim 23
Independent Claim
96 words
A method of remodeling a mitral valve annulus to reduce mitral valve regurgitation, comprising the steps of: providing a prosthesis which is adjustable between a first configuration for transluminal deployment within the coronary sinus and a second configuration for exerting a compressive force against the mitral valve annulus from within the coronary sinus; transluminally advancing the prosthesis to a position at least partially within the coronary sinus; tightening the prosthesis to reduce mitral valve regurgitation; locking the prosthesis to retain a compressive force on the annulus following the tightening step; and monitoring the degree of regurgitation.
Claim 24
Dependent Claim
22 words
A method as in claim 21 , wherein the monitoring step comprises monitoring the degree of regurgitation prior to the tightening step.
Claim 25
Dependent Claim
21 words
A method as in claim 21 , wherein the monitoring step comprises monitoring the degree of regurgitation during the tightening step.
Claim 26
Dependent Claim
21 words
A method as in claim 21 , wherein the monitoring step comprises monitoring the degree of regurgitation following the tightening step.
Claim 27
Dependent Claim
28 words
A method of remodeling a mitral valve annulus as in claim 21 , wherein sufficient tightening is accomplished to achieve at least a one grade reduction in regurgitation.
Claim 28
Dependent Claim
23 words
A method as in claim 21 , further comprising the step of percutaneously accessing the venous system prior to the transluminally advancing step.
Claim 29
Dependent Claim
24 words
A method as in claim 26 , wherein the accessing step is accomplished by accessing one of the internal jugular, subclavian or femoral veins.
Claim 30
Dependent Claim
26 words
A method as in claim 21 , wherein the tightening step comprises axially moving a forming element with respect to the prosthesis, to bend the prosthesis.
Claim 31
Dependent Claim
24 words
A method as in claim 21 , wherein the locking step comprises moving an engagement surface from a disengaged configuration to an engaged configuration.
Claim 32
Dependent Claim
16 words
A method as in claim 21 , wherein the locking step comprises providing an interference fit.
Claim 33
Dependent Claim
16 words
A method as in claim 21 , wherein the locking step comprises providing an adhesive bond.
Claim 34
Dependent Claim
15 words
A method as in claim 21 , wherein the locking step comprises providing a knot.
Claim 35
Dependent Claim
16 words
A method as in claim 21 , wherein the locking step comprises providing a compression fit.
Claim 36
Dependent Claim
30 words
A method as in claim 21 , further comprising the steps of first measuring the coronary sinus and then selecting an appropriately sized prosthesis prior to the transluminally advancing step.
Claim 37
Dependent Claim
17 words
A method as in claim 21 , wherein the monitoring step is accomplished using transesophageal echo cardiography.
Claim 38
Dependent Claim
18 words
A method as in claim 21 , wherein the monitoring step is accomplished using surface echo cardiographic imaging.
Claim 39
Dependent Claim
18 words
A method as in claim 21 , wherein the monitoring step is accomplished using intracardiac echo cardiographic imaging.
Claim 40
Dependent Claim
18 words
A method as in claim 21 , wherein the monitoring step is accomplished using fluoroscopy with radiocontrast media.
Claim 41
Dependent Claim
22 words
A method as in claim 21 , wherein the monitoring step is accomplished using left atrial or pulmonary capillary wedge pressure measurements.
Claim 42
Dependent Claim
24 words
A method as in claim 21 , further comprising the step of determining an ongoing drug therapy taking into account post implantation hemodynamic function.
Claim 43
Dependent Claim
25 words
A method as in claim 40 , comprising measuring residual regurgitation following implantation and formulating an ongoing drug therapy taking into account the residual regurgitation.
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