Invention:
This invention is a medical implant that is made of polymeric and metallic materials, which functions as a replacement valve for tricuspid applications. The valve functions as a flow regulator and can be installed in low-pressure, low-flow and low-shear cardiovascular structures. It is specifically engineered to reduce stress on the implant structure as well as to reduce and minimize stress imparted on overflowing fluid, such as blood.
Background:
Treatment of severe tricuspid regurgitation poses a significant challenge, with considerable risks and medium-term outcomes. The current methods primarily involve increasing diuretic doses, while the appropriateness and timing of open-heart surgery are still debated. Emerging percutaneous therapies have shown promising results in initial feasibility studies, providing potential advancements in managing this complex heart-valve condition. Using insertable valves to replace the damaged valve with an artificial one is also a viable option.
Applications:
- Tricuspid valve replacement
- Flow regulators
Advantages:
- Polymeric material is engineered to reduce and minimize stress
- Can be installed in low-pressure, low-flow and low-shear cardiovascular structures
