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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jun. 23, 2015
Filed:
May. 07, 2014
Albert N. Santilli, Pepper Pike, OH (US);
Albert N. Santilli, Pepper Pike, OH (US);
Other;
Abstract
A clamp is provided for attachment to the left atrial appendage (LAA). The clamp can be locked in a closed position so as to remain in place on the LAA. After being attached to the LAA, the clamp can be moved to a desired position such that the LAA can be retracted to a desired extent. The clamp can be held in any desired position, preferably by being connected to a thoracic retractor that is being used to retract the patient's sternum or ribs. A movable member is connected between the clamp and a stationary portion of the retractor. By locking the movable member in a fixed position relative to the stationary portion, the clamp can be maintained in a desired position and the LAA can be retracted as desired.