Patent ID: 8246673
Filing Date: 2012-08-21
Classification: A61B,A61F,B33Y,G16H,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A support adapted for location exteriorly of an ascending aorta, wherein the ascending aorta has an aortic valve, the support comprising: a tubular support body comprising a mesh, a proximal portion having a proximal portion hoop strength, a distal portion having a distal portion hoop strength, and opposing longitudinal edges which are joined together by a zip fastener, thread, staple or glue; the proximal portion further comprising a most proximal region adapted for use in supporting the region of the aortic valve, wherein the most proximal region is a hem; wherein the proximal portion hoop strength is greater than the distal portion hoop strength; and the tubular support body is pre-formed with a shape that morphometrically corresponds to the shape of the ascending aorta.