Abstract: Methods and apparatus are disclosed for treating body tissue whereby a section of tissue is drawn into contact with the open distal end of the first passageway of the apparatus. A tissue treatment fluid is introduced into the second passageway for treating the desired section of tissue retained within the first passageway. Methods and apparatus are also disclosed for positioning a medical device at a desired location within the heart. A portion of the apparatus is retained at a desired location of the heart and a medical device is extended through a passageway of the apparatus for contacting the heart at the desired location.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
April 19, 2004
Date of Patent:
January 30, 2007
Assignee:
Novt Corp
Inventors:
Thomas D. Weldon, Charles E. Larsen, Jonathan J. Rosen