18434377. NATIVE VALVE REPAIR DEVICES AND PROCEDURES simplified abstract (EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES CORPORATION)

NATIVE VALVE REPAIR DEVICES AND PROCEDURES

Organization Name

EDWARDS LIFESCIENCES CORPORATION

Inventor(s)

Asher L. Metchik of Rolling Hills Estates CA (US)

Gregory Scott Tyler, Ii of Winston-Salem NC (US)

Matthew T. Winston of Aliso Viejo CA (US)

Sergio Delgado of Irvine CA (US)

Lauren R. Freschauf of Mission Viejo CA (US)

Eric Robert Dixon of Villa Park CA (US)

Alexander J. Siegel of Irvine CA (US)

NATIVE VALVE REPAIR DEVICES AND PROCEDURES - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18434377 titled 'NATIVE VALVE REPAIR DEVICES AND PROCEDURES

Simplified Explanation

The valve repair device described in the patent application is designed to repair a native valve of a patient using a rack and pinion mechanism to move two paddles between open and closed positions.

• The valve repair device includes a base, a first paddle, a second paddle, and a rack and pinion mechanism.
• The first paddle and second paddle are pivotally connected to the base.
• The rack and pinion mechanism is coupled to the paddles and is responsible for moving them between open and closed positions.

Potential Applications

The valve repair device could be used in medical procedures involving the repair of native valves in patients.

Problems Solved

This technology provides a solution for repairing native valves without the need for more invasive procedures.

Benefits

The device offers a minimally invasive option for valve repair, potentially reducing recovery time and complications for patients.

Potential Commercial Applications

• Minimally invasive valve repair procedures
• Medical device manufacturing

Possible Prior Art

There may be existing devices or methods for repairing native valves, but the specific implementation of a rack and pinion mechanism in this context may be novel.

How does the device ensure proper alignment of the paddles during the repair process?

The patent application does not provide details on how the device maintains alignment of the paddles to ensure effective repair.

What materials are used in the construction of the device to ensure durability and compatibility with the patient's anatomy?

The patent application does not specify the materials used in the construction of the valve repair device.

Original Abstract Submitted

A valve repair device for repairing a native valve of a patient. The valve repair device includes a base, a first paddle, a second paddle, and a rack and pinion mechanism. The first paddle is pivotally connected to the base. The second paddle is pivotally connected to the base. The rack and pinion mechanism is coupled to the first paddle and the second paddle. The rack and pinion mechanism is configured to move the first paddle and the second paddle between an open position and a closed position.