Method and apparatus for treating heart failure
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1. A device for treating heart failure, comprising a tubular conduit placed between the left atrium and the right atrium, said conduit being adapted to allow blood flow substantially from the left atrium to the right atrium.
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An apparatus for treating heart failure, including a conduit positioned in a hole in the atrial septum of the heart, to allow flow from the left atrium into the right atrium. The conduit is fitted with one or more emboli barriers or one-way valve members, to prevent thrombi or emboli from crossing into the left side circulation.
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- 1. A device for treating heart failure, comprising a tubular conduit placed between the left atrium and the right atrium, said conduit being adapted to allow blood flow substantially from the left atrium to the right atrium.
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14. A method for treating heart failure, comprising:
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creating a hole in the interatrial septum of the heart;
placing a tubular conduit in said hole; and
allowing blood flow substantially from the left atrium to the right atrium. - View Dependent Claims (15, 16, 17)
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