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Method and apparatus for external stabilization of the heart valves and myocardium

  • US 20060063970A1
  • Filed: 06/17/2005
  • Published: 03/23/2006
  • Est. Priority Date: 09/06/2002
  • Status: Abandoned Application
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1. A device for use as an external heart stabilizer to provide both valvular stabilization and myocardial reinforcement, wherein the heart has a base and an apex, comprising:

  • (a) a strip of biocompatible, implantable material having a predetermined width adapted to encompass the base of the heart and not the apex of the heart to prevent basal dilation during all cardiac cycle phases; and

    (b) an extension comprising a biocompatible, implantable material to provide mechanical myocardial reinforcement, wherein the extension is operably connected to the strip.

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