Delivery device for implantable medical devices

A manual deployment tool, like a pull cord, is integrated into the delivery device to address motor failure issues, ensuring reliable deployment of implantable medical devices.

JP2026110618APending Publication Date: 2026-07-02EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES CORP
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Patent Information

Application Number
JP2026066364
Authority / Receiving Office
JP · JP
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2020-03-26
Filing Date
2026-04-14
Publication Date
2026-07-02

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing delivery devices for implantable medical devices, such as artificial heart valves, can malfunction during deployment due to motor failure, disrupting the implantation process.

Method used

Incorporating a manual deployment tool, such as a pull cord, into the delivery device to allow for manual operation in case of motor failure, ensuring completion of the deployment process.

Benefits of technology

Ensures successful deployment of implantable medical devices even in the event of motor failure, enhancing the reliability and effectiveness of the implantation procedure.

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Abstract

To provide a delivery device for novel implantable medical devices. [Solution] A delivery device for an expandable implantable medical device comprises a handle portion, a shaft extending therefrom, a delivery capsule containing the medical device in a radially compressed state, and a rotatable component disposed within the handle portion, which is operationally coupled to the delivery capsule so as to rotate, causing the delivery capsule to move axially. The device further comprises a motor disposed within the handle portion and coupled to the rotatable component so as to cause the rotation of the rotatable component and the corresponding axial movement of the delivery capsule. The device further comprises a manual deployment tool, which is also configured to cause the rotation of the rotatable component and the corresponding axial movement of the delivery capsule when a manual pulling force is applied to the pull cord and the pull cord is pulled relative to the rotatable component.
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