Surgical Tool for Heart Valve Repair RTP Company End-Use Case Study Inserts molded from polyethersulfone with radiopacifiers Green PC handle overmolded with grey, eliminating secondary labeling When human heart valves malfunction, there are various procedures which can alleviate the problem. For many cases of valve dysfunction, the surgeon may be able to repair the original valve instead of replacing it. Repair is often advantageous for the patient. Repairing a valve, rather than replacement, may reduce the chance of re-operation, and patients may not require as much anticoagulation medication. Baxter Healthcare Corp., Edwards CVS Division, a leader in heart valve repair products, developed the Cosgrove-Edwards® Annuloplasty System for use in repair procedures. The system incorporates an i

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