摘要:
Mitral valve prolapse and mitral regurgitation can be treating by implanting in the mitral annulus a transvalvular intraannular band. The band has a first end, a first anchoring portion located proximate the first end, a second end, a second anchoring portion located proximate the second end, and a central portion. The central portion is positioned so that it extends transversely across a coaptive edge formed by the closure of the mitral valve leaflets. The band may be implanted via translumenal access or via thoracotomy.
摘要:
A density evaluator for a metal-inclusive component includes a simulator and a meter. The simulator includes a receiving portion for receiving at least a portion of a metal-inclusive component. The meter is operatively connected with the simulator. The meter obtains an inductance value associated with the metal-inclusive component and the inductance value is used to determine a density value. A method and system for evaluating a density of a metal-inclusive component is also disclosed.