Patent ID: 7530995
Filing Date: 2009-05-12
Classification: A61F

Abstract:
1. An elongate valve stent comprising: a first stent member comprising a first support structure including a plurality of serpentine bands, wherein adjacent serpentine bands are connected by at least one connector strut and a first tissue valve disposed thereon, said first tissue valve including at least two leaflets structured to open and close permitting the flow of blood therethrough in the open position; a second stent member distinct and separated from said first stent member by a predetermined distance, said second stent member comprising a second support structure including a plurality of serpentine bands, wherein adjacent serpentine bands are connected by at least one connector strut and a second tissue valve disposed thereon, said second tissue valve including at least two leaflets structured to open and close permitting the flow of blood therethrough in the open position; and at least two elongate connecting members extending between and connecting at least one serpentine band of the first stent member to at least one serpentine band of the second stent member.