US20100262043A1 - Annuloplasty sizers for minimally invasive procedures - Google Patents
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- the present invention relates to devices, kits, and methods for sizing the annulus of an anatomical structure. More particularly, the present invention is related to sizing plates for use in minimally invasive surgical procedures to repair or replace a diseased native valve.
- a heart valve can become defective or damaged, such as resulting from congenital malformation, disease, or aging. When the valve becomes defective or damaged, the leaflets may not function properly.
- One common problem associated with a degenerating heart valve is an enlargement of the valve annulus (e.g., dilation).
- Other problems that may result in valve dysfunction are chordal elongation and lesions developing on one or more of the leaflets.
- Adverse clinical symptoms such as chest pain, cardiac arrhythmias, dyspnea, may manifest in response to valve prolapse or regurgitation. As a result, surgical correction, either by valve repair procedures or by valve replacement, may be required.
- Surgical reconstruction or repair procedures may include plication, chordal shortening, or chordal replacement.
- Another common repair procedure relates to remodeling of the valve annulus (e.g., annuloplasty), which may be accomplished by implantation of a prosthetic ring to help stabilize the annulus and to correct or help prevent valvular insufficiency which may result from defect or dysfunction of the valve annulus.
- Properly sizing and implanting the annuloplasty ring may substantially restore the valve annulus restored to its normal, undilated, circumference. In other situations, the valve can be replaced.
- the valve annulus is sized so as to select an appropriately sized replacement valve.
- the present invention relates to devices, kits, and methods for sizing the annulus of an anatomical structure. More particularly, the present invention is related to sizing plates for use in minimally invasive surgical procedures to repair or replace a diseased native valve.
- Example 1 is a sizing plate for sizing a native valve annulus in a patient's during a minimally invasive valve replacement repair or procedure.
- the sizing plate includes an upper surface and a lower surface defining a thickness of the sizing plate between the upper and lower surfaces; first and second keyways extending through the sizing plate from the upper planar surface to the lower planar surface of the sizing plate; and a bridge member between the first and second keyways configured to be engaged by a laparoscopic grasping tool.
- Example 2 is a sizing plate according to Example 1, wherein the sizing plate is generally D-shaped.
- Example 3 is a sizing plate according to any one of Examples 1-2, wherein the sizing plate has a shape generally corresponding to a shape of the anterior leaflet of the native mitral valve.
- Example 4 is a sizing plate according to any one of Examples 1-3, wherein the bridge member comprises a bar coupled to the sizing plate.
- Example 5 is a sizing plate according to any one of Examples 1-4, wherein at least a portion of the sizing plate is radiopaque.
- Example 6 is a sizing plate according to any one of Examples 1-5, wherein the first and second keyways have a trapezoidal shape.
- Example 7 is a sizing plate according to any one of Examples 1-6, wherein the sizing plate is generally D-shaped having a major dimension and a minor dimension, and wherein the bridge is oriented substantially parallel to the major dimension.
- Example 8 is a sizing plate according to any one of Examples 1-7, further comprising an aperture extending through the upper and lower surfaces disposed near a lower edge of the sizing plate.
- Example 9 is a sizing plate according to any one of Examples 1-8, wherein the thickness of the sizing plate defined between the upper planar surface and the lower planar surface is such that the sizing plate is adapted to be inserted through a space between a patient's ribs when the sizing plate is oriented on an edge.
- Example 10 is a kit for sizing a native valve annulus in a patient's heart during a minimally invasive valve replacement or repair procedure.
- the kit according to Example 10 includes: a plurality of sizing plates of differing size for sizing the native valve annulus, each sizing plate having a shape generally corresponding to a shape of the anterior leaflet of the native mitral valve and having a major dimension and a minor dimension, wherein at least one of the major dimension and the minor dimension varies among the plurality of sizing plates.
- Each sizing plate further includes: an upper planar surface and a lower planar surface defining a thickness of the sizing plate between the upper and lower planar surfaces; first and second keyways extending through the sizing plate from the upper planar surface to the lower planar surface of the sizing plate; and a bridge between the first and second keyways configured to be engaged by a laprascopic grasping tool.
- Example 11 is a kit according to Example 10, wherein the bridge of each sizing plate is oriented substantially parallel to the major dimension
- Example 12 is a kit according to any one of Examples 10-11, further including a grasping tool.
- Example 13 is a kit according to any one of Examples 10-12, wherein each sizing plate is generally D-shaped.
- Example 14 is a kit according to any one of Examples 10-13, wherein the first and second keyways of each sizing plate have a trapezoidal shape.
- Example 15 is a kit according to any one of Examples 10-14, wherein each of the sizing plates further includes at least one aperture disposed near a lower edge of the sizing plate.
- Example 16 is a kit according to any one of Examples 10-15, wherein the thickness of each of the sizing plates is such that the sizing plate is adapted to be inserted through a space between a patient's ribs when the sizing plate is oriented on an edge.
- Example 17 is a method of sizing a native valve annulus during a minimally invasive surgical procedure.
- the method according to Example 17 includes the steps of:
- Example 18 is a method according to Example 17, further including the steps of: removing the first sizing plate from the patient's body; inserting a second sizing plate through the surgical access port, the second sizing plate comprising a major dimension and a minor dimension and a shape generally corresponding to the shape of the anterior leaflet of the mitral valve; an upper planar surface and a lower planar surface defining a thickness of the sizing plate; and a first keyway and a second keyway to facilitate engagement of a grasping tool with the sizing plate, the first and second keyways generally centered on the sizing plate and extending through the sizing plate from the upper planar surface to the lower planar surface of the sizing plate; and repeating steps c)-g).
- Example 19 is a method according to any one of Examples 17-18, further including the step of temporarily suspending the sizing plate through the access port.
- Example 20 is a method according to any one of Examples 17-19, further including the step of orienting the first sizing plate on an edge when inserting the first sizing plate through the surgical access port.
- FIG. 1 is a schematic view of a sizing plate according to an embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 2 is a schematic view of a sizing plate according to another embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 3 is a schematic view of a minimally invasive surgical tool engaged with the sizing plate as shown in FIG. 1 according to one embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 4 is a schematic view of a set of sizing plates according to one embodiment of the present invention.
- FIG. 1 is a schematic view of a sizing plate 10 according to various embodiments of the present invention.
- the sizing plate 10 can be used to determine the size of an annulus of an anatomical structure within a patient's body during a minimally invasive surgical procedure.
- the sizing plate 10 can be used to determine the size of an anterior leaflet of a patient's native mitral valve during a minimally invasive surgical procedure to repair or replace the native valve.
- the sizing plate 10 generally has a size and shape corresponding to that of the anterior leaflet of the native mitral valve to be repaired.
- the clinician can then select a corresponding annuloplasty prosthesis, which is then secured to the valve annuls to reshape the annulus to improve coaptation of the anterior and posterior valve leaflets.
- the sizing plate 10 includes a substantially straight lower edge 11 , an arcuate upper edge 12 , and first and second side edges 13 a and 13 b extending between the substantially straight lower edge 11 and the arcuate upper edge 12 .
- the sizing plate 10 is configured for use in a mitral valve repair procedure, and therefore has the characteristic “D”-shape of a native mitral valve annulus, with orthogonal major and minor dimensions D and d, respectively.
- the sizing plate 10 has a size and shape generally corresponding to the annulus of another cardiac valve, e.g., the aortic valve.
- the sizing plate 10 is sized such that it can be inserted through a minimally invasive surgical access port formed in a patient's body.
- the sizing plate 10 is generally planar and includes an upper planar surface 14 and a lower planar surface 16 .
- a thickness of the sizing plate 10 defined between the upper and lower planar surfaces 14 and 16 facilitates insertion of the sizing plate 10 on its side through a narrow surgical access port.
- a thickness of the sizing plate 10 is such that it can be inserted on its side through a space between a patient's ribs.
- the sizing plate 10 has a thickness of about 0.125 inches (0.317 cm).
- the overall outer size and shape of the sizing plate 10 is small enough such that the sizing plate 10 need not be inserted though a minimally invasive surgical access port on its side, but rather can be inserted face-down through the surgical access port.
- the sizing plate 10 includes a first keyway 20 a and a second keyway 20 b extending through the sizing plate 10 from the upper surface 14 to the lower surface 16 .
- the two keyways 20 a , 20 b are generally centered in the sizing plate 10 and are separated from one another by a bridge 24 .
- the keyways 20 a , 20 b are formed in the sizing plate 10 as mirror images of one another.
- the keyways 20 a , 20 b and the bridge 24 facilitate engagement of a surgical tool with the sizing plate 10 , as will be described in further detail below.
- the size and shape of the keyways 20 a , 20 b facilitate engagement of the sizing plate by a minimally invasive surgical tool, e.g., a standard laparascopic grasper. Additionally, the dimensions of the keyways 20 a , 20 b are selected so as to limit movement of the surgical tool within the keyways 20 a , 20 b , once the surgical tool is engaged with the sizing plate 10 .
- each keyway 20 a , 20 b has a generally trapezoidal shape.
- the shape of the keyway 20 a is defined by substantially parallel first and second sides 28 a , 32 a , and lateral sides 29 a , 33 a extending between the first and second sides 28 a , 32 a .
- the keyway 20 b has substantially parallel first and second sides 28 b , 32 b and lateral sides 29 b , 33 b therebetween.
- the sides 28 a , 28 b , 32 a , and 32 b of the keyways 20 a , 20 b are oriented substantially parallel to the major dimension D of the sizing plate 10 , and the keyways 20 a , 20 b are generally laterally centered on the sizing plate 10 .
- the first sides 28 a , 28 b of the keyways 20 a , 20 b are generally narrower than the second sides 32 a , 32 b , respectively, so as to define the illustrated trapezoidal shape of the keyways 20 a , 20 b .
- the bridge 24 separates the first sides 28 a , 32 a of the keyways 20 a , 20 b , and provides a structure which can be gripped by a minimally invasive grasping tool.
- the bridge 24 is integrally formed with the sizing plate 10 .
- the bridge 24 is a separate member that is coupled to the sizing plate 10 during the fabrication of the sizing plate 10 . As can be seen in FIG.
- the bridge 24 has a length L corresponding to the length of the first sides 28 a , 32 a of the keyways 20 a , 20 b .
- the dimensions of the keyways 20 a , 20 b facilitate and guide insertion of the working ends of a surgical tool into secure engagement with the sizing plate 10 while the bridge 24 is gripped by the surgical tool.
- the sizing plate 10 also includes at least one aperture 36 in addition to the keyways 20 a , 20 b .
- the aperture 36 extends through the sizing plate from the upper surface 14 to the lower surface 16 .
- the aperture 36 can be provided at any location on the sizing plate 10 .
- the aperture 36 is located at or near a bottom side edge 38 of the sizing plate 10 .
- two apertures are provided at or near opposite bottom side edges of the sizing plate 10 (shown in FIG. 2 described below).
- a suture can be threaded through the aperture 36 such that the sizing plate 10 can be lowered and/or suspended through a surgical access port formed in the patient's body.
- FIG. 2 is a schematic view of a sizing plate 100 according to another embodiment of the present invention.
- the sizing plate 100 is configured for use in a mitral valve repair procedure, and therefore has the characteristic “D”-shape of an anterior leaflet of a native mitral valve, with orthogonal major and minor dimensions D and d, respectively.
- the sizing plate 100 has a size and shape generally corresponding to the annulus of another cardiac valve, e.g., the aortic valve.
- the sizing plate 100 includes a substantially straight lower edge 111 , an arcuate upper edge 112 , and first and second side edges 113 a and 113 b extending between the substantially straight lower edge 111 and the arcuate upper edge 112 .
- the sizing plate 100 can also include at least one notch 114 formed in one of the edges ( 111 , 112 , 113 a , 113 b ) of the sizing plate 100 .
- the sizing plate 100 includes two notches 114 , each notch 114 formed in each of the first and second side edges 113 a , 113 b .
- the notches 114 can be used by the clinician to orient and align the sizing plate 100 with the native valve annulus.
- the sizing plate 100 is sized such that it can be inserted through a minimally invasive surgical access port formed in a patient's body.
- the sizing plate 100 is generally planar and includes an upper planar surface 115 and a lower planar surface 116 .
- a thickness of the sizing plate 100 defined between the upper and lower planar surfaces 115 and 116 facilitates insertion of the sizing plate 100 on its side through a narrow surgical access port.
- a thickness of the sizing plate 100 is such that it can be inserted on its side through a space between a patient's ribs.
- the sizing plate 100 has a thickness of about 0.125 inches (0.317 cm).
- the overall outer size and shape of the sizing plate 100 is small enough such that the sizing plate 100 need not be inserted though a minimally invasive surgical access port on its side, but rather can be inserted face-down through the surgical access port.
- the sizing plate 100 includes a first keyway 120 a and a second keyway 120 b extending through the sizing plate 100 from the upper surface 115 to the lower surface 116 .
- the two keyways 120 a , 120 b are generally centered in the sizing plate 100 and are separated from one another by a bridge 124 .
- the keyways 120 a , 120 b and the bridge 124 facilitate engagement of a surgical tool with the sizing plate 100 , as will be described in further detail below.
- the size and shape of the keyways 120 a , 120 b facilitate engagement of the sizing plate by a minimally invasive surgical tool, e.g., a standard laparoscopic grasper. Additionally, the dimensions of the keyways 120 a , 120 b are selected so as to limit movement of the surgical tool within the keyways 120 a , 120 b , once the surgical tool is engaged with the sizing plate 100 .
- each keyway 120 a , 120 b has a generally trapezoidal shape.
- the shape of the keyway 120 a is defined by substantially parallel first and second sides 128 a , 132 a , and lateral sides 129 a , 133 a extending between the first and second sides 128 a , 132 a .
- the keyway 120 b has substantially parallel first and second sides 128 b , 132 b and lateral sides 129 b , 133 b therebetween.
- the sides 128 a , 128 b , 132 a , and 132 b of the keyways 120 a , 120 b are oriented substantially parallel to the major dimension D of the sizing plate 100 , and the keyways 120 a , 120 b are generally laterally centered on the sizing plate 100 .
- the first sides 128 a , 128 b of the keyways 120 a , 120 b are generally narrower than the second sides 132 a , 132 b , respectively, so as to define the illustrated trapezoidal shape of the keyways 120 a , 120 b .
- the bridge 124 separates the first sides 128 a , 128 b of the keyways 120 a , 120 b , and provides a structure which can be gripped by a minimally invasive grasping tool.
- the bridge 124 is a separate member that is coupled to the sizing plate 100 .
- the bridge 124 is a bar or rod that is insert-molded into the sizing plate 100 , as will be described in more detail below.
- the bar or rod used to fabricate the bridge 124 can be made from a metal, metal alloy or other suitable biocompatible material.
- the bar or rod used to form the bridge 124 is a titanium bar or rod.
- the rod or bar used to form the bridge 124 can have a variety of cross-sections including round, elliptical, square, rectangular or another polygonal cross-section.
- the rod or bar has a rectangular cross-section to facilitate an engagement of the bridge 124 by a grasping tool.
- the bridge 124 formed by the bar or rod has a length L corresponding to the length of the first sides 128 a , 128 b of the keyways 120 a , 120 b.
- the sizing plate 100 includes at least two apertures 136 in addition to the keyways 120 a , 120 b .
- the apertures 136 extends through the sizing plate 100 from the upper surface 115 to the lower surface 116 .
- the apertures 136 can be provided at any location on the sizing plate 100 .
- the apertures 136 are located at or near a bottom side edge 138 of the sizing plate 100 .
- a suture can be threaded through either aperture 136 such that the sizing plate 100 can be lowered and/or suspended through a surgical access port formed in the patient's body.
- the sizing plates 10 and 100 can be fabricated from a variety of biocompatible materials. According to some embodiments, the sizing plates 10 and 100 can be fabricated from any lightweight metal or metal alloy. For example, in one embodiment, the sizing plates 10 and 100 can be fabricated from titanium or a titanium alloy. Exemplary metal fabrication techniques that can be used to fabricate the sizing plates 10 and 100 include machining, stamping, and die-punching.
- the sizing plates 10 and 100 can be fabricated from a polymeric or plastic material.
- the sizing plates 10 and 100 can be fabricated from a thermoplastic material. Exemplary thermoplastic materials suitable for use in the human body are well known in the art.
- the sizing plates 10 and 100 can be fabricated from a polyetherimide such as ULTEM®. In other examples polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE or TEFLON®) or polyether ether ketone (PEEK) can be used to fabricate the sizing plates 10 and 100 .
- the plastic material can be formed into the sizing plates 10 and 100 using a variety of plastic fabrication techniques including injection molding.
- the sizing plates 10 and 100 are injection molded from a thermoplastic material.
- the bridge 124 as described with reference to FIG. 2 , can be insert-molded into the sizing plate 100 .
- the bridge 124 is not limited to being fabricated from the same material as the sizing plates 10 and 100 , but can be selected from a different material and even a different class of material.
- the bridge 124 can be a rod or bar made from a metal or metal alloy.
- the bridge 124 can be radiopaque.
- the sizing plates 10 and 100 can be fabricated such that at least a portion of the sizing plates 10 and 100 is radiopaque. In one embodiment, an entire sizing plate 10 or 100 is fabricated such that it is radiopaque.
- the sizing plates 10 and 100 can be made radiopaque by selecting a radiopaque material for fabrication of the sizing plate 10 , 100 or by incorporating a radiopaque material into the material used to fabricate the sizing plate 10 , 100 .
- the sizing plate 10 , 100 By fabricating the sizing plate 10 , 100 such that at least a portion of the sizing plate 10 , 100 is radiopaque, enable the clinician to easily visualize the sizing plate 10 , 100 during the sizing procedure under standard visualization techniques including fluoroscopy and X-ray.
- FIG. 3 is a schematic view of a minimally invasive surgical tool 40 engaged with the sizing plate 10 shown in FIG. 1 according to various embodiments of the present invention.
- the minimally invasive surgical tool 40 is engaged with the sizing plate 10 to manipulate the sizing plate 10 within a valve annulus or other anatomical structure.
- the minimally invasive surgical tool 40 facilitates manipulation of the sizing plate 10 from a location external the patient's body under standard visualization techniques. External manipulation of the sizing plate 10 may facilitate easier positioning and rotation of the sizing plate in the body which may result in a more accurate assessment of the shape and size of the valve annulus or other anatomical structure.
- the minimally invasive surgical tool 40 is a laparoscopic grasper. Such laparoscopic graspers are commercially available from a number of different manufactures and come in a variety of sizes. A grasper facilitates easy manipulation of the sizing plate from an external location. In one embodiment, the minimally invasive surgical tool 40 is a 5 mm grasper.
- the working ends 44 a , 44 b of the surgical tool 40 are inserted into each of the keyways 20 a , 20 b .
- the keyways 20 a , 20 b can be shaped and sized to accommodate insertion of the working ends 44 a , 44 b of various minimally invasive surgical tools into engagement with the sizing plate 10 .
- the thickness of the sizing plate 10 and the length L and, in some embodiments, the cross-section of the bridge 24 also facilitate engagement of the surgical tool with the plate by providing a sufficient structure for which the working ends 44 a , 44 b of the tool 40 can grasp.
- a length L of the bridge 24 provided between the two keyways 20 a , 20 b can be slightly greater than a maximum width of each working end 44 a , 44 b of the surgical tool 40 to be engaged with the sizing plate 10 .
- the length L of the bridge 24 can be approximately 6 mm.
- FIG. 4 is a schematic view of a set 50 of sizing plates 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention.
- the set 50 includes one or more sizing plates 10 of increasing size having the same general shape.
- a maximum height of each plate (corresponding to the minor dimension d of the respective plate) ranges from about 0.657 to about 1.004 inches (from about 1.67 to about 2.55 cm)
- a maximum width of each plate (corresponding to the major dimension D of the respective plate) ranges from about 1.020 to about 1.571 inches (from about 2.59 to about 4 cm).
- each plate 10 can include a size indicator 54 such as, for example, a number laser-etched, stamped embossed or pad-printed on a plate face 56 indicating the size of the sizing plate 10 .
- the size and shape of the keyways 20 provided in each of the plates 10 remain the same such that they are able to engage with the same size of a minimally invasive surgical tool 40 .
- the set 50 of sizing plates 10 may be provided with or without a minimally invasive surgical grasper tool 40 .
- a method of using the sizing plate 10 according to the various embodiments discussed above will now be described in reference to FIG. 1 .
- the surgeon performing the procedure creates a surgical access port in an intercostal space in the patient's body.
- the surgeon may also create an access port via a mini-sternotomy whereby a piece of the sternum and its corresponding rib are transected to create more space.
- a selected sizing plate 10 can then be inserted on its side through the access port.
- a suture can be inserted through the aperture 36 provided in the plate and can be used to lower the sizing plate 10 on its side through the port.
- the suture can be used to temporarily suspend the sizing plate 10 through the access port at the surgical site until the sizing plate 10 is ready for use.
- the surgeon retracts or excises the valve leaflets using standard techniques to expose the valve annulus.
- a grasper or other minimally invasive surgical tool 40 capable of engaging the sizing plate 10 is then inserted through the surgical access port and is engaged with the sizing plate 10 .
- the surgical tool 40 is used to position and rotate the sizing plate 10 in the valve annulus such that the size and shape of the valve annulus can be accurately assessed under standard visualization techniques.
- the surgical tool 40 facilitates external manipulation of the sizing plate in the valve annulus.
- the sizing plate 10 can be retrieved and removed from the patient's body.
- the suture threaded through the aperture 16 provided in the sizing plate 10 is used to remove the sizing plate from the patient's body.
- a sizing plate 10 of a smaller or larger size is then selected, and the process is repeated until the size of the valve annulus is determined. Once the size of the valve annulus has been determined, the surgeon can proceed with repairing or replacing the valve.
Abstract
A sizing plate for sizing a native valve annulus in a patient's heart for either valve replacement or repair during a minimally invasive surgical procedure is shown and described. The sizing plate is generally shaped such that it corresponds to the shape of the native valve annulus. Additionally, a thickness of the sizing plate is such that it can be inserted through a space between the ribs of the patient during the procedure. The sizing plate includes two keyways extending though the plate separated by a bridge. The keyways are sized and shaped such that they are adapted to be engaged by a minimally invasive surgical tool such as a laparoscopic grasper. The keyways in conjunction with the bridge facilitate manipulation of the sizing plate by the grasper from an external location.
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- This application claims the benefit under 35 U.S.C §119 of U.S. Provisional Application No. 61/163,732, filed on Mar. 26, 2009, entitled “Annuloplasty Sizers for Minimally Invasive Procedures,” which is herein incorporated by reference in its entirety for all purposes.
- The present invention relates to devices, kits, and methods for sizing the annulus of an anatomical structure. More particularly, the present invention is related to sizing plates for use in minimally invasive surgical procedures to repair or replace a diseased native valve.
- A heart valve can become defective or damaged, such as resulting from congenital malformation, disease, or aging. When the valve becomes defective or damaged, the leaflets may not function properly. One common problem associated with a degenerating heart valve is an enlargement of the valve annulus (e.g., dilation). Other problems that may result in valve dysfunction are chordal elongation and lesions developing on one or more of the leaflets. Adverse clinical symptoms, such as chest pain, cardiac arrhythmias, dyspnea, may manifest in response to valve prolapse or regurgitation. As a result, surgical correction, either by valve repair procedures or by valve replacement, may be required.
- Surgical reconstruction or repair procedures may include plication, chordal shortening, or chordal replacement. Another common repair procedure relates to remodeling of the valve annulus (e.g., annuloplasty), which may be accomplished by implantation of a prosthetic ring to help stabilize the annulus and to correct or help prevent valvular insufficiency which may result from defect or dysfunction of the valve annulus. Properly sizing and implanting the annuloplasty ring may substantially restore the valve annulus restored to its normal, undilated, circumference. In other situations, the valve can be replaced. During valve replacement procedures, the valve annulus is sized so as to select an appropriately sized replacement valve.
- The present invention relates to devices, kits, and methods for sizing the annulus of an anatomical structure. More particularly, the present invention is related to sizing plates for use in minimally invasive surgical procedures to repair or replace a diseased native valve.
- Example 1 is a sizing plate for sizing a native valve annulus in a patient's during a minimally invasive valve replacement repair or procedure. The sizing plate includes an upper surface and a lower surface defining a thickness of the sizing plate between the upper and lower surfaces; first and second keyways extending through the sizing plate from the upper planar surface to the lower planar surface of the sizing plate; and a bridge member between the first and second keyways configured to be engaged by a laparoscopic grasping tool.
- Example 2 is a sizing plate according to Example 1, wherein the sizing plate is generally D-shaped.
- Example 3 is a sizing plate according to any one of Examples 1-2, wherein the sizing plate has a shape generally corresponding to a shape of the anterior leaflet of the native mitral valve.
- Example 4 is a sizing plate according to any one of Examples 1-3, wherein the bridge member comprises a bar coupled to the sizing plate.
- Example 5 is a sizing plate according to any one of Examples 1-4, wherein at least a portion of the sizing plate is radiopaque.
- Example 6 is a sizing plate according to any one of Examples 1-5, wherein the first and second keyways have a trapezoidal shape.
- Example 7 is a sizing plate according to any one of Examples 1-6, wherein the sizing plate is generally D-shaped having a major dimension and a minor dimension, and wherein the bridge is oriented substantially parallel to the major dimension.
- Example 8 is a sizing plate according to any one of Examples 1-7, further comprising an aperture extending through the upper and lower surfaces disposed near a lower edge of the sizing plate.
- Example 9 is a sizing plate according to any one of Examples 1-8, wherein the thickness of the sizing plate defined between the upper planar surface and the lower planar surface is such that the sizing plate is adapted to be inserted through a space between a patient's ribs when the sizing plate is oriented on an edge.
- Example 10 is a kit for sizing a native valve annulus in a patient's heart during a minimally invasive valve replacement or repair procedure. The kit according to Example 10 includes: a plurality of sizing plates of differing size for sizing the native valve annulus, each sizing plate having a shape generally corresponding to a shape of the anterior leaflet of the native mitral valve and having a major dimension and a minor dimension, wherein at least one of the major dimension and the minor dimension varies among the plurality of sizing plates. Each sizing plate further includes: an upper planar surface and a lower planar surface defining a thickness of the sizing plate between the upper and lower planar surfaces; first and second keyways extending through the sizing plate from the upper planar surface to the lower planar surface of the sizing plate; and a bridge between the first and second keyways configured to be engaged by a laprascopic grasping tool.
- Example 11 is a kit according to Example 10, wherein the bridge of each sizing plate is oriented substantially parallel to the major dimension
- Example 12 is a kit according to any one of Examples 10-11, further including a grasping tool.
- Example 13 is a kit according to any one of Examples 10-12, wherein each sizing plate is generally D-shaped.
- Example 14 is a kit according to any one of Examples 10-13, wherein the first and second keyways of each sizing plate have a trapezoidal shape.
- Example 15 is a kit according to any one of Examples 10-14, wherein each of the sizing plates further includes at least one aperture disposed near a lower edge of the sizing plate.
- Example 16 is a kit according to any one of Examples 10-15, wherein the thickness of each of the sizing plates is such that the sizing plate is adapted to be inserted through a space between a patient's ribs when the sizing plate is oriented on an edge.
- Example 17 is a method of sizing a native valve annulus during a minimally invasive surgical procedure. The method according to Example 17 includes the steps of:
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- a) creating a surgical access port in an intercostals space in a patient's body;
- b) exposing a native mitral valve annulus;
- c) inserting a first sizing plate through the surgical access port, the sizing plate including: an upper surface and a lower surface defining a thickness of the sizing plate; first and second keyways extending through the sizing plate from the upper planar surface to the lower planar surface of the sizing plate; and a bridge member between the first and second keyways configured to be engaged by a laparoscopic grasping tool;
- d) engaging a the bridge of the sizing plate using a laparoscopic grasping tool inserted through the surgical access port;
- e) positioning the sizing plate in the valve annulus;
- f) comparing the major and minor dimensions and the shape of the sizing plate to a major and a minor dimension and shape of an anterior leaflet of the mitral valve; and
- g) determining the major and minor dimensions and shape of the anterior leaflet of the mitral vale.
- Example 18 is a method according to Example 17, further including the steps of: removing the first sizing plate from the patient's body; inserting a second sizing plate through the surgical access port, the second sizing plate comprising a major dimension and a minor dimension and a shape generally corresponding to the shape of the anterior leaflet of the mitral valve; an upper planar surface and a lower planar surface defining a thickness of the sizing plate; and a first keyway and a second keyway to facilitate engagement of a grasping tool with the sizing plate, the first and second keyways generally centered on the sizing plate and extending through the sizing plate from the upper planar surface to the lower planar surface of the sizing plate; and repeating steps c)-g).
- Example 19 is a method according to any one of Examples 17-18, further including the step of temporarily suspending the sizing plate through the access port.
- Example 20 is a method according to any one of Examples 17-19, further including the step of orienting the first sizing plate on an edge when inserting the first sizing plate through the surgical access port.
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FIG. 1 is a schematic view of a sizing plate according to an embodiment of the present invention. -
FIG. 2 is a schematic view of a sizing plate according to another embodiment of the present invention. -
FIG. 3 is a schematic view of a minimally invasive surgical tool engaged with the sizing plate as shown inFIG. 1 according to one embodiment of the present invention. -
FIG. 4 is a schematic view of a set of sizing plates according to one embodiment of the present invention. -
FIG. 1 is a schematic view of asizing plate 10 according to various embodiments of the present invention. Thesizing plate 10 can be used to determine the size of an annulus of an anatomical structure within a patient's body during a minimally invasive surgical procedure. In the illustrated embodiments, thesizing plate 10 can be used to determine the size of an anterior leaflet of a patient's native mitral valve during a minimally invasive surgical procedure to repair or replace the native valve. Accordingly, thesizing plate 10 generally has a size and shape corresponding to that of the anterior leaflet of the native mitral valve to be repaired. Upon determination of the appropriately sizedsizing plate 10, the clinician can then select a corresponding annuloplasty prosthesis, which is then secured to the valve annuls to reshape the annulus to improve coaptation of the anterior and posterior valve leaflets. In some embodiments, thesizing plate 10 includes a substantially straight lower edge 11, an arcuate upper edge 12, and first and second side edges 13 a and 13 b extending between the substantially straight lower edge 11 and the arcuate upper edge 12. In the illustrated embodiment ofFIG. 1 , thesizing plate 10 is configured for use in a mitral valve repair procedure, and therefore has the characteristic “D”-shape of a native mitral valve annulus, with orthogonal major and minor dimensions D and d, respectively. In various other embodiments, thesizing plate 10 has a size and shape generally corresponding to the annulus of another cardiac valve, e.g., the aortic valve. - The sizing
plate 10 is sized such that it can be inserted through a minimally invasive surgical access port formed in a patient's body. According to various embodiments, the sizingplate 10 is generally planar and includes an upperplanar surface 14 and a lower planar surface 16. In some embodiments, a thickness of the sizingplate 10 defined between the upper and lowerplanar surfaces 14 and 16 facilitates insertion of the sizingplate 10 on its side through a narrow surgical access port. For example, in some embodiments, a thickness of the sizingplate 10 is such that it can be inserted on its side through a space between a patient's ribs. In one embodiment, the sizingplate 10 has a thickness of about 0.125 inches (0.317 cm). In other embodiments, the overall outer size and shape of the sizingplate 10 is small enough such that the sizingplate 10 need not be inserted though a minimally invasive surgical access port on its side, but rather can be inserted face-down through the surgical access port. - As shown in
FIG. 1 , the sizingplate 10 includes afirst keyway 20 a and asecond keyway 20 b extending through the sizingplate 10 from theupper surface 14 to the lower surface 16. The twokeyways plate 10 and are separated from one another by abridge 24. In one embodiment, as shown inFIG. 1 , thekeyways plate 10 as mirror images of one another. Thekeyways bridge 24 facilitate engagement of a surgical tool with the sizingplate 10, as will be described in further detail below. - In the illustrated embodiment, the size and shape of the
keyways keyways keyways plate 10. - As further shown, each
keyway keyway 20 a is defined by substantially parallel first andsecond sides lateral sides second sides keyway 20 b has substantially parallel first andsecond sides lateral sides sides keyways plate 10, and thekeyways plate 10. - As shown, the
first sides keyways second sides keyways bridge 24 separates thefirst sides keyways bridge 24 is integrally formed with the sizingplate 10. In another embodiment, thebridge 24 is a separate member that is coupled to the sizingplate 10 during the fabrication of the sizingplate 10. As can be seen inFIG. 1 , thebridge 24 has a length L corresponding to the length of thefirst sides keyways keyways plate 10 while thebridge 24 is gripped by the surgical tool. - According to some embodiments, as shown in
FIG. 1 , the sizingplate 10 also includes at least oneaperture 36 in addition to thekeyways keyways aperture 36 extends through the sizing plate from theupper surface 14 to the lower surface 16. Theaperture 36 can be provided at any location on the sizingplate 10. In one embodiment, theaperture 36 is located at or near abottom side edge 38 of the sizingplate 10. In another embodiment, two apertures are provided at or near opposite bottom side edges of the sizing plate 10 (shown inFIG. 2 described below). According to various embodiments, a suture can be threaded through theaperture 36 such that the sizingplate 10 can be lowered and/or suspended through a surgical access port formed in the patient's body. -
FIG. 2 is a schematic view of a sizingplate 100 according to another embodiment of the present invention. As described above, the sizingplate 100 is configured for use in a mitral valve repair procedure, and therefore has the characteristic “D”-shape of an anterior leaflet of a native mitral valve, with orthogonal major and minor dimensions D and d, respectively. In various other embodiments, the sizingplate 100 has a size and shape generally corresponding to the annulus of another cardiac valve, e.g., the aortic valve. According to various embodiments, the sizingplate 100 includes a substantially straightlower edge 111, an arcuateupper edge 112, and first and second side edges 113 a and 113 b extending between the substantially straightlower edge 111 and the arcuateupper edge 112. According to some embodiments, the sizingplate 100 can also include at least onenotch 114 formed in one of the edges (111, 112, 113 a, 113 b) of the sizingplate 100. In one embodiment, as shown inFIG. 2 , the sizingplate 100 includes twonotches 114, eachnotch 114 formed in each of the first and second side edges 113 a, 113 b. Thenotches 114 can be used by the clinician to orient and align the sizingplate 100 with the native valve annulus. - The sizing
plate 100 is sized such that it can be inserted through a minimally invasive surgical access port formed in a patient's body. According to various embodiments, the sizingplate 100 is generally planar and includes an upperplanar surface 115 and a lowerplanar surface 116. In some embodiments, a thickness of the sizingplate 100 defined between the upper and lowerplanar surfaces plate 100 on its side through a narrow surgical access port. For example, in some embodiments, a thickness of the sizingplate 100 is such that it can be inserted on its side through a space between a patient's ribs. In one embodiment, the sizingplate 100 has a thickness of about 0.125 inches (0.317 cm). In other embodiments, the overall outer size and shape of the sizingplate 100 is small enough such that the sizingplate 100 need not be inserted though a minimally invasive surgical access port on its side, but rather can be inserted face-down through the surgical access port. - As shown in
FIG. 2 , the sizingplate 100 includes afirst keyway 120 a and asecond keyway 120 b extending through the sizingplate 100 from theupper surface 115 to thelower surface 116. The twokeyways plate 100 and are separated from one another by abridge 124. Thekeyways bridge 124 facilitate engagement of a surgical tool with the sizingplate 100, as will be described in further detail below. - As described above, the size and shape of the
keyways keyways keyways plate 100. - As further shown, each
keyway keyway 120 a is defined by substantially parallel first andsecond sides lateral sides second sides keyway 120 b has substantially parallel first andsecond sides 128 b, 132 b andlateral sides sides keyways plate 100, and thekeyways plate 100. - As shown, the
first sides 128 a, 128 b of thekeyways second sides keyways bridge 124 separates thefirst sides 128 a, 128 b of thekeyways - In some embodiments, as shown in
FIG. 2 , thebridge 124 is a separate member that is coupled to the sizingplate 100. For example, in one embodiment, thebridge 124 is a bar or rod that is insert-molded into the sizingplate 100, as will be described in more detail below. The bar or rod used to fabricate thebridge 124 can be made from a metal, metal alloy or other suitable biocompatible material. In one example, the bar or rod used to form thebridge 124 is a titanium bar or rod. The rod or bar used to form thebridge 124 can have a variety of cross-sections including round, elliptical, square, rectangular or another polygonal cross-section. In one embodiment, the rod or bar has a rectangular cross-section to facilitate an engagement of thebridge 124 by a grasping tool. Thebridge 124 formed by the bar or rod has a length L corresponding to the length of thefirst sides 128 a, 128 b of thekeyways - According to some embodiments, as shown in
FIG. 2 , the sizingplate 100 includes at least twoapertures 136 in addition to thekeyways keyways apertures 136 extends through the sizingplate 100 from theupper surface 115 to thelower surface 116. Theapertures 136 can be provided at any location on the sizingplate 100. In one embodiment, theapertures 136 are located at or near a bottom side edge 138 of the sizingplate 100. According to various embodiments, a suture can be threaded through eitheraperture 136 such that the sizingplate 100 can be lowered and/or suspended through a surgical access port formed in the patient's body. - The sizing
plates FIGS. 1 and 2 , can be fabricated from a variety of biocompatible materials. According to some embodiments, the sizingplates plates plates - In other embodiments, the sizing
plates plates plates plates plates plates bridge 124, as described with reference toFIG. 2 , can be insert-molded into the sizingplate 100. Thus, thebridge 124 is not limited to being fabricated from the same material as the sizingplates bridge 124 can be a rod or bar made from a metal or metal alloy. In another embodiment, thebridge 124 can be radiopaque. - In some embodiments, the sizing
plates plates entire sizing plate plates plate plate plate plate plate -
FIG. 3 is a schematic view of a minimally invasivesurgical tool 40 engaged with the sizingplate 10 shown inFIG. 1 according to various embodiments of the present invention. The minimally invasivesurgical tool 40 is engaged with the sizingplate 10 to manipulate the sizingplate 10 within a valve annulus or other anatomical structure. The minimally invasivesurgical tool 40 facilitates manipulation of the sizingplate 10 from a location external the patient's body under standard visualization techniques. External manipulation of the sizingplate 10 may facilitate easier positioning and rotation of the sizing plate in the body which may result in a more accurate assessment of the shape and size of the valve annulus or other anatomical structure. - Various commercially available, minimally invasive surgical tools may be used with the sizing
plate 10. In some embodiments, the minimally invasivesurgical tool 40 is a laparoscopic grasper. Such laparoscopic graspers are commercially available from a number of different manufactures and come in a variety of sizes. A grasper facilitates easy manipulation of the sizing plate from an external location. In one embodiment, the minimally invasivesurgical tool 40 is a 5 mm grasper. - As shown in
FIG. 3 , the working ends 44 a, 44 b of thesurgical tool 40, such as, for example, a grasper are inserted into each of thekeyways keyways plate 10. The thickness of the sizingplate 10 and the length L and, in some embodiments, the cross-section of thebridge 24 also facilitate engagement of the surgical tool with the plate by providing a sufficient structure for which the working ends 44 a, 44 b of thetool 40 can grasp. Additionally, in one embodiment, a length L of thebridge 24 provided between the twokeyways end surgical tool 40 to be engaged with the sizingplate 10. For example, in one embodiment, if the maximum width of each workingend bridge 24 can be approximately 6 mm. -
FIG. 4 is a schematic view of aset 50 of sizingplates 10 according to an embodiment of the present invention. Theset 50 includes one ormore sizing plates 10 of increasing size having the same general shape. According to various embodiments, a maximum height of each plate (corresponding to the minor dimension d of the respective plate) ranges from about 0.657 to about 1.004 inches (from about 1.67 to about 2.55 cm), and a maximum width of each plate (corresponding to the major dimension D of the respective plate) ranges from about 1.020 to about 1.571 inches (from about 2.59 to about 4 cm). In some embodiments, eachplate 10 can include asize indicator 54 such as, for example, a number laser-etched, stamped embossed or pad-printed on aplate face 56 indicating the size of the sizingplate 10. In one embodiment, thesize indicator 54 can be stamped or pad-printed in radiopaque ink. Table 1 indicates the maximum height and width corresponding to different plate sizes. The maximum height and width are provided in inches (where 1 inch=2.54 cm). -
TABLE 1 Plate Max. Height Max. Width Size (Minor Dimension d) (Major Dimension D) 24 0.657 1.020 26 0.714 1.098 28 0.762 1.176 30 0.813 1.256 32 0.862 1.334 34 0.910 1.412 36 0.960 1.493 38 1.004 1.571 - Among a given set 50 of sizing
plates 10, the size and shape of thekeyways 20 provided in each of theplates 10 remain the same such that they are able to engage with the same size of a minimally invasivesurgical tool 40. Theset 50 of sizingplates 10 may be provided with or without a minimally invasivesurgical grasper tool 40. - A method of using the sizing
plate 10 according to the various embodiments discussed above will now be described in reference toFIG. 1 . During a minimally invasive surgical procedure to repair or replace a diseased native valve such as the aortic or mitral valve, the surgeon performing the procedure creates a surgical access port in an intercostal space in the patient's body. The surgeon may also create an access port via a mini-sternotomy whereby a piece of the sternum and its corresponding rib are transected to create more space. A selected sizingplate 10 can then be inserted on its side through the access port. In some embodiments, a suture can be inserted through theaperture 36 provided in the plate and can be used to lower the sizingplate 10 on its side through the port. In some embodiments, the suture can be used to temporarily suspend the sizingplate 10 through the access port at the surgical site until the sizingplate 10 is ready for use. Next, the surgeon retracts or excises the valve leaflets using standard techniques to expose the valve annulus. A grasper or other minimally invasivesurgical tool 40 capable of engaging the sizingplate 10 is then inserted through the surgical access port and is engaged with the sizingplate 10. Thesurgical tool 40 is used to position and rotate the sizingplate 10 in the valve annulus such that the size and shape of the valve annulus can be accurately assessed under standard visualization techniques. Thesurgical tool 40 facilitates external manipulation of the sizing plate in the valve annulus. If the sizingplate 10 is too small or too large when compared to the valve annulus, the sizingplate 10 can be retrieved and removed from the patient's body. In one embodiment, the suture threaded through the aperture 16 provided in the sizingplate 10 is used to remove the sizing plate from the patient's body. A sizingplate 10 of a smaller or larger size is then selected, and the process is repeated until the size of the valve annulus is determined. Once the size of the valve annulus has been determined, the surgeon can proceed with repairing or replacing the valve. - Various modifications and additions can be made to the exemplary embodiments discussed without departing from the scope of the present invention. For example, while the embodiments described above refer to particular features, the scope of this invention also includes embodiments having different combinations of features and embodiments that do not include all of the above described features.
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1. A sizing plate for sizing a native valve annulus in a patient's heart during a minimally invasive mitral valve replacement or repair procedure, the sizing plate comprising:
an upper surface and a lower surface defining a thickness of the sizing plate between the upper and lower surfaces;
first and second keyways extending through the sizing plate from the upper planar surface to the lower planar surface of the sizing plate; and
a bridge member between the first and second keyways configured to be engaged by a laparascopic grasping tool.
2. The sizing plate according to claim 1 , wherein the sizing plate is generally D-shaped.
3. The sizing plate according to claim 1 , wherein the sizing plate has a shape generally corresponding to a shape of an anterior leaflet of a native mitral valve.
4. The sizing plate according to claim 1 , wherein the bridge member comprises a bar coupled to the sizing plate.
5. The sizing plate according to claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the sizing plate is radiopaque.
6. The sizing plate according to claim 1 , wherein the first and second keyways have a trapezoidal shape.
7. The sizing plate according to claim 1 , wherein the sizing plate is generally D-shaped having a major dimension and a minor dimension, and wherein the bridge is oriented substantially parallel to the major dimension.
8. The sizing plate according to claim 1 , further comprising an aperture extending through the upper and lower surfaces disposed near a lower edge of the sizing plate.
9. The sizing plate according to claim 1 , wherein the thickness of the sizing plate defined between the upper planar surface and the lower planar surface is such that the sizing plate is adapted to be inserted through a space between a patient's ribs when the sizing plate is oriented on an edge.
10. A kit for sizing a native valve annulus in a patient's heart during a minimally invasive mitral valve replacement or repair procedure, the kit comprising:
a plurality of sizing plates of differing size for sizing the native valve annulus, each sizing plate having a shape generally corresponding to a shape of an anterior leaflet of the native mitral valve and having a major dimension and a minor dimension, wherein at least one of the major dimension and the minor dimension varies among the plurality of sizing plates, each sizing plate further including:
an upper planar surface and a lower planar surface defining a thickness of the sizing plate between the upper and lower planar surfaces;
first and second keyways extending through the sizing plate from the upper planar surface to the lower planar surface of the sizing plate; and
a bridge between the first and second keyways configured to be engaged by a laprascopic grasping tool.
11. The kit according to claim 10 , wherein the bridge of each sizing plate is oriented substantially parallel to the major dimension.
12. The kit according to claim 10 , further comprising a grasping tool.
13. The kit according to claim 10 , wherein each sizing plate is generally D-shaped.
14. The kit according to claim 10 , wherein the first and second keyways of each sizing plate have a trapezoidal shape.
15. The kit according to claim 10 , wherein each of the sizing plates further comprises at least one aperture disposed near a lower edge of the sizing plate.
16. The kit according to claim 10 , wherein the thickness of each of the sizing plates is such that the sizing plate is adapted to be inserted through a space between a patient's ribs when the sizing plate is oriented on an edge.
17. A method of sizing a native valve annulus during a minimally invasive mitral valve repair or replacement procedure comprising:
a) creating a surgical access port in an intercostals space in a patient's body;
b) exposing the native valve annulus;
c) inserting a first sizing plate through the surgical access port, the first sizing plate including: an upper surface and a lower surface defining a thickness of the sizing plate; first and second keyways extending through the sizing plate from the upper planar surface to the lower planar surface of the sizing plate; and a bridge member between the first and second keyways configured to be engaged by a laparoscopic grasping tool;
d) engaging the bridge of the sizing plate using a laparoscopic grasping tool inserted through the surgical access port;
e) positioning the sizing plate in the valve annulus;
f) comparing the major and minor dimensions and the shape of the sizing plate to a major and a minor dimension and shape of an anterior leaflet of the mitral valve; and
g) determining the major and minor dimensions and shape of the anterior leaflet of the mitral valve.
18. The method according to claim 17 , further comprising the steps of: removing the first sizing plate from the patient's body; inserting a second sizing plate through the surgical access port, the second sizing plate comprising a major dimension and a minor dimension and a shape generally corresponding to the shape of an anterior leaflet of the native mitral valve; an upper planar surface and a lower planar surface defining a thickness of the sizing plate; and a first keyway and a second keyway to facilitate engagement of a grasping tool with the sizing plate, the first and second keyways generally centered on the sizing plate and extending through the sizing plate from the upper planar surface to the lower planar surface of the sizing plate; and repeating steps c)-g).
19. The method according to claim 17 , further comprising the step of temporarily suspending the first sizing plate through the access port.
20. The method according to claim 17 , further comprising the step of orienting the first sizing plate on an edge when inserting the first sizing plate through the surgical access port.
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