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Adhesive elements and methods for accessing the pericardial space

  • US 20060259017A1
  • Filed: 04/27/2005
  • Published: 11/16/2006
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/27/2005
  • Status: Abandoned Application
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1. A method of accessing a pericardial space located between a pericardium and an epicardium, the method comprising:

  • attaching an adhesive grip to a surface of the pericardium;

    grasping the adhesive grip;

    drawing the adhesive grip away from the epicardium, thereby enlarging the pericardial space; and

    perforating the pericardium with a perforation implement.

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