Method and apparatus for cardiac blood flow assistance

Details Method and apparatus for cardiac blood flow assistance Method and apparatus for cardiac blood flow assistance

1997-04-02

1999-06-15

Kamm, William E.

Surgery

Cardiac augmentation

623 3, 415900, A61M 110

Patent

active

059116854

ABSTRACT:
An intravascular microaxial pump has an integrated configuration that enables both the drive unit as well as the pumping segment to be advanced through a patient's vasculature. The device includes elements that enhance pumping efficiency and performance while minimizing shear and cavitation. Cost reduction is achieved in the reusability of certain components while a manufacturing method reduces the labor involved in the pump's assembly.

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