abstract |
The present invention relates to a stent-based valve (100). The valve includes a radially expandable structural frame (101) including an anchor structure (104), a connecting member (105), and a cantilever valve strut (107). The connecting member is attached to the anchor structure. The cantilever valve strut is cooperatively associated with the connecting member. The prosthetic valve further includes a biocompatible membrane assembly (102) having a substantially tubular configuration disposed longitudinally about at least a portion of the connecting member. The membrane assembly has a first diameter and a second end having a second diameter, wherein the first diameter is greater than the second diameter. An end of the membrane assembly is attached along an end of the cantilever valve strut. |