Patent ID: 7828819
Filing Date: 2010-11-09
Classification: A61F,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A locking device comprising: an outer housing having a first lumen extending longitudinally therethrough, wherein the outer housing has a size that is suitable for advancement through a blood vessel; a cord disposed within the first lumen, the cord being freely moveable through the first lumen; a locking mechanism disposed within the first lumen and over the cord, the locking mechanism including an inner housing having a second lumen and an opening that exposes a portion of the cord; and a locking member, wherein the locking member has an upper surface and a lower surface, both of which curve towards an inner surface of the outer housing, the locking member has two longitudinal sides with each side having an incline extending from a detent upwards to reach an upper limit, wherein the incline faces the cord and is moveable longitudinally relative to the outer housing over the cord to lock or unlock the cord relative to the outer housing; an actuator configured to move the locking mechanism to lock or unlock the cord relative to the outer housing and a locking pin disposed over the opening.