Transluminally implantable venous valve
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1. An implantable prosthetic valve, comprising:
- At least two leaflets; and
A leaflet frame, the frame comprising a first and a second downstream bend, the first and second downstream bends laterally moveable between a lateral position in which the valve is closed to reverse flow, and a medial position in which the valve is open to forward flow.
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Abstract
Disclosed is a self-expandable prosthetic venous valve, such as for implantation in the deep veins of the leg. The valve is mounted in a support structure, such as a self-expandable tubular wire cage. Deployment catheters and methods are also disclosed.
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14 Claims
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1. An implantable prosthetic valve, comprising:
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At least two leaflets; and
A leaflet frame, the frame comprising a first and a second downstream bend, the first and second downstream bends laterally moveable between a lateral position in which the valve is closed to reverse flow, and a medial position in which the valve is open to forward flow. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10)
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11. An implantable prosthetic valve, comprising:
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A tubular sleeve; and
A biasing element, for closing one end of the tube. - View Dependent Claims (12, 13, 14)
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