Heart valve holder

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APP PUB NO 20040059412A1
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10254324

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Several embodiments of a heart valve holder are described. In one instance, the heart valve holder is comprised of a plurality of hollow members having a plurality of openings formed therein. The heart valve holder is adapted to engage a heart valve through use of vacuum pressure. In another instance, a heart valve holder comprised of at least one inflatable balloon member is disclosed. When inflated, the balloon members may be used to hold the heart valve during implantation.

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SULZER CARBOMEDICS INC1300 EAST ANDERSON LANE AUSTIN TX 78752

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Allred, Jimmie B III Skaneateles, NY 5 119
Lytle, Thomas William IV Round Rock, TX 2 80

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