Results for tag: "Mitral Valve"

The Mitral Valve is a heart valve located between the left atrium and left ventricle of the heart. It is responsible for controlling the flow of blood from the left atrium to the left ventricle. The Mitral Valve market is a subset of the larger Cardiovascular Devices market, which includes a variety of medical devices used to diagnose and treat cardiovascular diseases. Mitral Valve devices are used to repair or replace damaged or malfunctioning valves, and can be either mechanical or tissue-based. Mechanical valves are typically made of metal and are designed to last for many years, while tissue-based valves are made of animal or human tissue and are designed to last for a shorter period of time. The Mitral Valve market is highly competitive, with a variety of companies offering a range of products. Some of the major players in the market include Edwards Lifesciences, Medtronic, Abbott, Boston Scientific, and St. Jude Medical. Show Less Read more