Patents Assigned to Cor-Med Vascular, Inc.
  • Replaceable expandable transmyocardial ventricular assist device
    Patent number: 7942804
    Abstract: A novel ventricular assist device is disclosed comprising a pump unit and a motor unit. The pump unit is made up of an impeller, an impeller housing, and a shaft. The impeller and/or the impeller housing are expandable, allowing for custom fitting and positioning of the pump unit within the ventricle. In certain embodiments, the shaft is adjustable, allowing for further customization of fit.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 2005
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2011
    Assignee: Cor-Med Vascular, Inc.
    Inventor: Kenneth Khaw