Prosthetic valve for mitral valve replacement

Abstract

Embodiments of a prosthetic valve for implantation into a native mitral valve are provided. One embodiment of a prosthetic valve includes a radially compressible body and a one-way valve member. In some cases, the prosthetic valve further includes a ventricular anchor and / or an atrial portion coupled to the body and disposed outside the body. Also provided are methods, devices and systems for delivering and implanting such prosthetic valves into the native mitral valve.

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Prosthetic valve for mitral valve replacement Cross References to Related Applications This application claims priority to US Patent Application No. 61 / 760,577, filed February 4, 2013, and US Patent Application No. 61 / 914,648, filed December 11, 2013, which are incorporated herein by reference in their entirety. field of invention The present disclosure relates generally to prosthetic devices for the repair and / or replacement of native heart valves, and more particularly to prosthetic valves for the replacement of defective mitral valves, and methods and devices for their delivery and implantation in the human heart. Background of the invention Prosthetic valves have been used for many years to treat heart valve disorders. The natural heart valves (ie, the aortic, pulmonary, tricuspid and mitral valves) play a vital role in ensuring adequate blood supply and downstream flow through the cardiovascular system. Congenital malformations, inflammatory processes, infectious ...

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However, it is estimated that more than 300,000 eligible patients are not treated due to their age and / or comorbidities

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