Abstract
A Korean artificial heart (AnyHeart) has been implanted in 29 various animals (52-470 kg) to evaluate hemodynamic performance and electromechanical stability. Most were implantable biventricular assist devices in use. A right thoracotomy approach has been a standard technique of implantation. A preclinical fitting test was also performed to observe anatomical feasibility and to compare surgical techniques in 10 human cadavers. The first case of human application was made as a lifesaving procedure on June 12, 2001.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 8-13 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Artificial Organs |
Volume | 27 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2003 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Artificial heart
- Cadaver fitting
- Heart failure
- Human trial
- Implantable biventricular assist device
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Bioengineering
- Medicine (miscellaneous)
- Biomaterials
- Biomedical Engineering