In:
The International Journal of Artificial Organs, SAGE Publications, Vol. 27, No. 6 ( 2004-06), p. 495-500
Abstract:
A multifunctional, Korean-made artificial heart (AnyHeart ™ ) was developed, and prior to its clinical application, a cadaver-fitting study was performed. The study proposed to determine the optimal cannulation approach, implantation technique and route of the cannula to minimize the organ compression of AnyHeart ™ . The anatomical feasibility and a variety of surgical techniques were evaluated using ten preserved, human cadavers. Implanting AnyHeart ™ with ease is possible using various approaches, including a median sternotomy, and a right or left lateral thoracotomy. The lateral thoracotomy approach is shown to be safe and reproducible, especially in patients who have already undergone an operation that used a median sternotomy. The results of this study will guide improvements in the designs of cannulae and AnyHeart ™ for future clinical applications.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0391-3988
,
1724-6040
DOI:
10.1177/039139880402700608
Language:
English
Publisher:
SAGE Publications
Publication Date:
2004
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80456-3
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1474999-3
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