Medtronic’s New CoreValve Evolut Pro Transcatheter Aortic Valve Approved in U.S.

Medtronic received FDA approval for its CoreValve Evolut Pro transcatheter valve for implantation into symptomatic patients with severe aortic stenosis who are too fragile for open heart surgery.

The self-expanding valve is based on the CoreValve Evolut R, and has a porcine pericardial tissue wrap that makes contact with the native valve and promo (Read more...)

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