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FDA Approved Pediatric VAD


ONLY FDA Pediatric Full Support Ventricular Assist Device

Functional Generations 4 and 5

Ventricular Assist Device Checklist

 

- Only FDA & CE approved Pediatric VAD


Pediatric VAD Checklist:

 

Description
Exclusive
FDA Approved Pediatric VAD:
MicroMed HeartAssist 5™ Pediatric VAD
formerly DeBakey VAD® Child
Exclusive Flow Probe
Provies Direct Measurement of Actual Blood Flow
Less Invasive
Implants above the diaphragm in the pericardial space
Small Size
Fits children as small as 0.7 BSA
Light Pump Weight
Widest Cardiac Support Spectrum
1-10 L/min, for children as small as 0.7 BSA with variable flow to 1 L/min for weaning pediatric patients
FDA and CE Mark Approved
Only FDA and CE Approved Pediatric VAD

 

 

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The HeartAssist 5™ Pediatric VAD is authorized by Federal law for use in providing temporary mechanical circulatory support as a bridge to cardiac transplantation for pediatric patients 5-16 years old who are listed for transplant. The effectiveness of this device for this use has not been demonstrated.

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