SYSTEMS, APPARATUSES, AND METHODS FOR CARDIOVASCULAR CUTTING DEVICES AND VALVES

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APP PUB NO 20100160939A1
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12340431

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A system comprising a tube with a first end dimension to be positioned against a cardiovascular organ. The system may comprise a cutting member adapted to cut an opening in the cardiovascular organ. The system may also comprise a first valve positioned inside the tube. The first valve may be adapted to open to allow the cutting member to pass through the first valve to the cardiovascular organ. The first valve may be adapted to close after the cardiovascular coring device is retracted through the first valve. A cardiovascular coring apparatus is also disclosed. The cardiovascular coring apparatus may comprise a cutting member, a tissue retraction member, and a valve positioned inside the cutting member. A method for inserting a cutting member through a valve is disclosed. A method for inserting a tissue retraction member through a valve in a cutting member is also disclosed.

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ST JUDE MEDICAL INCONE LILLEHEI PLAZA ST PAUL MN 55117-9913

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Braido, Peter N Maple Grove, US 160 6276

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