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Decives and methods for heart valve treatment

  • US 20060036317A1
  • Filed: 07/07/2005
  • Published: 02/16/2006
  • Est. Priority Date: 11/12/2002
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A method for improving heart valve function, the method comprising:

  • providing a device comprising at least one expandable protrusion; and

    positioning the expandable protrusion in contact with an external surface of the heart wall such that the protrusion exerts an inward force against the heart wall proximate a valve, wherein the force is sufficient to alter valve function.

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