Systems and methods for delivering prosthetics to treat a cardiac valve

Abstract

Apparatus for repairing a cardiac valve, e.g., a tricuspid valve, are provided. The apparatus may include a prosthetic device coupled to an elongated support to suspend and maintain the prosthetic device within the cardiac valve. The support may include a proximal, delivery portion detachably coupled a distal, implantable portion coupled to the prosthetic device, and two or more adjustable bends to facilitate navigation through the patient's anatomy. The adjustable bends may be selectively adjusted, components of the distal, implantable portion may be locked to each other, and the proximal, delivery portion may be detached from the distal, implantable portion responsive to actuation at a handle operatively coupled to the support. The prosthetic device may be formed of biocompatible material coupled to a frame, and may have prosthetic leaflets that allow blood flow in one direction during, e.g., diastole, but prevent blood regurgitation during, e.g., systole.

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