Small to Large Patients
70cc Total Artificial Heart
The 70cc SynCardia temporary CardioWest™ Total Artificial Heart fits a majority of men and some women. It is designed for use in patients with a Body Surface Area (BSA)* of 1.7 m² or greater. When patients suffering from end-stage biventricular failure are too small to receive the Total Artificial Heart, many receive a Biventricular Assist Device (BiVAD) instead.
According to the abstract, “Is the Total Artificial Heart Superior to BIVAD Therapy as a Method of Bridging Patients to Heart Transplantation?” the Total Artificial Heart provides better patient outcomes than BiVADs. ›› click here to see the abstract
*BSA (m²) = ([Height (cm) x Weight (kg)] / 3600)½
50cc Total Artificial Heart
SynCardia is currently developing a 50cc Total Artificial Heart designed for smaller patients with a BSA of 1.0-1.7 m². Together, the 50cc and 70cc Total Artificial Hearts are designed to provide a Bridge to Life™ for both men and women with a BSA of
1.0 m² and larger.
The 50cc Total Artificial Heart is not for Human Use. This product is in the research and development phase and will not be available for sale in the United States or Europe until after all regulatory requirements have been met.
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