摘要:
An engagement catheter for use with a vacuum source for engaging a tissue. An embodiment of the engagement catheter includes a first lumen extending between a proximal end and a distal end, a skirt operatively connected to the distal end, the skirt having a distal end with a circumference larger than the outer circumference of the engagement catheter, a suction port located at or near the distal end of the engagement catheter, the suction port configured to allow the distal end of the skirt to removably engage a surface of a bodily tissue, and a vacuum port located at the proximal end of the engagement catheter and capable of operative connection to a vacuum source, wherein when a vacuum source is operatively attached to the vacuum port, the skirt is capable of forming a reversible seal with the surface of the bodily tissue.
摘要:
Implantable devices for providing tissue and/or organ restriction. Embodiments of an implantable magnetic device are described with respect to restricting gastric capacity while avoiding nutritional deficiencies and other complications. In at least one embodiment, the device comprises first and second bars that are biased to magnetically attract each other and engage a portion of tissue therebetween. In at least one embodiment, the device may comprise at least one strap and one or more pins, the pins configured to provide an amount of space between the first and second bars so that the tissue disposed therebetween is not overly compressed.
摘要:
Devices, systems, and methods for closing a hole in cardiac tissue. In at least one embodiment of a device for occluding a tissue aperture of the present disclosure, the device comprises a body comprising a proximal end, a distal end, a sidewall, and at least one marker, the body tapered towards the distal end and defining a body aperture therethrough capable of receiving an elongated member. In at least one embodiment, the body further comprises a diaphragm positioned at or near one or more of the proximal end of the body and/or the distal end of the body. In another embodiment, the diaphragm comprises a plurality of sheaths, wherein the plurality of sheaths sealably obstruct the body aperture.
摘要:
Devices, systems and methods are disclosed for the treatment of obesity. A magnetic device is provided that enables the creation of a Roux limb without the use of staples or sutures. Additionally, a magnetic device is described for extending the length of the Roux limb such that tension in the stomach and/or the intestines is prevented. Further, a system and method are described for achieving the reversible restriction of gastric capacity and bypass of the duodenum without the use of sutures or staples.
摘要:
Devices, systems, and methods for accessing the internal and external tissues of the heart are disclosed. At least some of the embodiments disclosed herein provide access to the external surface of the heart through the pericardial space for localized delivery of substances to the heart tissue. In addition, various disclosed embodiments provide access to the internal surface of the heart for aspiration and delivery of substances to a targeted region without disturbing or interfering with nearby structures or surfaces.
摘要:
Various endograft assemblies and methods for using the same. In at least one embodiment of an endograft assembly of the present disclosure, the endograft assembly comprises an endograft and a tube defining one or more tube openings coupled to said endograft. In another embodiment of an endograft assembly of the present disclosure, the endograft assembly comprises an endograft, a sponge sheath coupled to the endograft, and a reservoir bag coupled to the sponge sheath, said reservoir bag capable of receiving fluid from the sponge sheath.
摘要:
Atrial appendage occlusion systems are provided, such systems including a first device and a second device. The first device has a first tube sized and shaped for insertion into the heart and a balloon coupled thereto. The second device has a second tube sized and shaped for insertion into a pericardial space surrounding the heart, and has a lumen extending at least partially from a second tube distal end to a second tube proximal end. The second device also includes a loop sized and shaped to fit at least partially within the lumen of the second tube, with the loop configured for protraction from the second tube distal end and for placement, and to be tightened and secured around, the atrial appendage.
摘要:
Various endograft assemblies and methods for using the same. In at least one embodiment of an endograft assembly of the present disclosure, the endograft assembly comprises an endograft and a tube defining one or more tube openings coupled to said endograft. In another embodiment of an endograft assembly of the present disclosure, the endograft assembly comprises an endograft, a sponge sheath coupled to the endograft, and a reservoir bag coupled to the sponge sheath, said reservoir bag capable of receiving fluid from the sponge sheath.
摘要:
A system for engaging heart tissue includes an engagement catheter defining a first lumen therethrough and having a suction port at or near a distal end and a vacuum port at or near a proximal end, a delivery catheter defining a delivery catheter lumen therethrough and configured for slidable insertion into the first lumen of the engagement catheter, and an implantable device capable of insertion into the delivery catheter lumen such that at least part of the implantable device extends from a delivery catheter distal end upon implantation into a patient, where the suction port is operable to removably attach to a targeted tissue on an interior wall of a heart of the patient after the engagement catheter has been advanced through a blood vessel and into the heart, thereby forming a reversible seal with the targeted tissue when a vacuum source is operatively coupled to the vacuum port.
摘要:
A device, system and method for occlusion of the left atrial appendage. A device is described with respect to non-surgically occluding the left atrial appendage with minimal invasiveness. Additionally, a system and method are described for using the device to perform the left atrial appendage occlusion procedure.