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
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- JP · JP
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES CORP
- 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.
✦ Generated by Eureka AI based on patent content.
Smart Images
Figure 2026110618000001_ABST
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.
Need to check novelty before this filing date? Find Prior Art