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HeartMate II

General Information

Vendor		Thoratec
Item		HeartMate II
Features		Positive Clinical Outcomes including low thrombosis, low hemolysis, and low infection. Reliability made possible by precision engineering such as advanced, patented bearing design, a single-moving part, and back-up controller electronics. Ease of Implantation facilitates treatment of a broad patient population, and a small (400 gm) device allows small pocket and shorter surgical times. Improved Patient Qualify of Life and functional class allows patients to return to daily life at home. Patients typically do not feel or perceive the VAD's presence due to its small size and light weight. Ease of Patient Management facilitated by a thin, flexible driveline designed to reduce infections, simple user interface on peripherals, and standardized equipment shared with the HeartMate XVE LVAS. Thoratec Support offers unrivaled education and training with exceptional clinical, technical, and reimbursement assistance.
Dimensions		Approximately 1.8 inches in diameter and 3.2 inches long
Weight		Approximately 14 ounces
Regulatory Approval		CE Mark
Pump Design		Rotary pumping mechanism
Output		Up to 10 L per minute
Pricing		Inquire

Product Description

The HeartMate II Left Ventricular Assist System (LVAS) is a small, quiet, next-generation blood pump shown to restore hemodynamic function and improve patient outcomes and quality of life. Through the rotary action of a single-moving part, the HeartMate II LVAS can achieve long-term full circulatory support by pumping blood from the heart to the body at up to 10 liters per minute.

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