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An annuloplasty ring and support assembly includes a ring support that has a peripheral wall with a peripheral shoulder surface, and a flange extending at generally right angles to the shoulder surface. The flange is removed or terminated in a selected portion of the peripheral wall so that the shou

An annuloplasty ring and support assembly includes a ring support that has a peripheral wall with a peripheral shoulder surface, and a flange extending at generally right angles to the shoulder surface. The flange is removed or terminated in a selected portion of the peripheral wall so that the shoulder surface is unobstructed and provides a backing support against which a cutting force will be reacted when the annuloplasty ring is cut.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.] An annuloplasty ring holder comprising a body having a peripheral wall including a peripheral surface for supporting an annuloplasty ring, and a flange extending from the peripheral wall along a substantial portion of the peripheral wall, and said flange terminating along

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] An annuloplasty ring holder comprising a body having a peripheral wall including a peripheral surface for supporting an annuloplasty ring, and a flange extending from the peripheral wall along a substantial portion of the peripheral wall, and said flange terminating along at least one selected length of the peripheral wall to provide access to use the surface of the peripheral wall as a backing for forces moving against the surface.