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VALVE INTRODUCERS AND METHODS FOR MAKING AND USING THEM

  • US 20070225801A1
  • Filed: 03/12/2007
  • Published: 09/27/2007
  • Est. Priority Date: 03/10/2006
  • Status: Abandoned Application
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1. A system for implanting a heart valve assembly within a biological annulus, comprising:

  • an annular prosthesis implantable within a biological annulus;

    a valve prosthesis connectable to the annular prosthesis; and

    a valve introducer comprising a tubular body including a proximal end for receiving the valve prosthesis therein, and a distal end sized for introduction into a biological annulus for introducing the valve prosthesis through the valve introducer towards the annular prosthesis after the annular prosthesis is implanted within a biological annulus.

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