Abbott Laboratories Inc. will market the Tendyne transcatheter mitral valve replacement device alongside its MitraClip transcatheter mitral valve repair system to establish a clear lead in the transcatheter mitral valve market.
Abbott Stays Ahead Of Edwards In Transcatheter Mitral Valve Race With Tendyne CE Mark
Tendyne is indicated for the treatment of significant mitral regurgitation in patients who are not candidates for surgery. It complements Abbott’s MitraClip mitral valve repair device and is an important part of the company’s strategy to be the leading structural heart device company.
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