Abbott launches pivotal trial of Cephea mitral valve replacement device

By Public Technologies
  • Abbott initiated the CROWN-MV pivotal trial to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of its investigational Cephea mitral valve replacement system.
  • The study will enroll up to 585 patients in the U.S., Canada and Europe.
  • Eligible patients have moderate-to-severe or severe mitral regurgitation or calcium-related valve dysfunction and cannot undergo surgery or transcatheter repair.
  • Cephea delivers a replacement tissue valve through a catheter inserted into a leg vein, offering a minimally invasive approach.
  • Researchers will present 30-day early feasibility outcomes for Cephea's third-generation delivery system at TCT 2026 on Nov. 1.


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