What is a HeartMate II LVAD?

The HeartMate II™ Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) provides short or long-term circulatory support for intermediate-to-advanced heart failure patients. This small, quiet pump features a simple design — with only one moving part — and can provide blood flow equivalent to that of a healthy heart.

Who makes the HeartMate II?

Thoratec next developed a second-generation LVAD product line, a continuous-flow VAD called HeartMate II. The new device, one-fifth the size of the HeartMate XVE, was designed to last more than twice as long as the XVE, providing mechanical circulatory support for three to five years or more before replacement.

What is the difference between HeartMate 2 and 3?

The HeartMate 3 device is a pulsatile-flow system without mechanical bearings, as opposed to the HeartMate II device which is a continuous-flow system with mechanical bearings which has carried the burden of hemocompatibility related complications, including pump thrombosis, stroke, and gastrointestinal bleeding.

Is HeartMate 2 pulsatile?

As an axial flow device, the HeartMate II® produces no pulsatile action. Weighing 12 ounces (about 375 grams) and measuring about 1.5 inches (4 cm) in diameter and 2.5 inches (6 cm) long, it is significantly smaller than other currently approved devices.

How does HeartMate II work?

HeartMate II is designed to take over the pumping function of the patient’s left ventricle. The device is placed just below the diaphragm in the abdomen. It is attached to the left ventricle, and the aorta, the main artery that carries oxygenated blood from the left ventricle to the entire body.

How many LVAD patients are there?

LVADs for advanced heart failure “For these patients, estimated to be about 250,000 in the United States, they basically have two options: potentially a path to a transplant or having a VAD implanted,” he says.

How long does the HeartMate 3 last?

The HeartMate 3 system’s U.S. approval was supported by clinical data from the MOMENTUM 3 trial. During the study, patients with the HeartMate 3 LVAD had an unprecedented survival rate of 82.8 percent at two years.

What is the life expectancy of someone with an LVAD?

Nowadays, 80–85 per cent of patients are alive a year after having an LVAD fitted and 70–75 per cent after two years. This is fantastic considering that many of them would only have had a life expectancy of 12 months or less before their LVAD treatment.

Who qualifies for LVAD?

Who is a candidate for an LVAD? LVADs are for people with heart failure who meet certain criteria. Generally, these are people with advanced heart failure who are considered Class III or IV by the New York Heart Association classification system (see below).

What is the longest someone has lived with an LVAD?

David Pierce has the distinguished recognition of being the longest living HeartMate II LVAD patient in the U.S. David received his first LVAD on May 26, 2004, at the age of 52. Today, he is living a happy, healthy life — and spending precious time with his family.

How long can you survive on LVAD?

Q: How long does the LVAD last? A: The longest device has been in a patient for about 7 years. Testing by the manufacturers suggests that the LVAD should provide support for at least 10 years.

What is the cutoff age for heart transplant?

Hospitals have traditionally set 65 as the upper limit for heart transplant. But older patients increasingly are getting them, and there is no absolute cut-off age.

When to use the HeartMate II left ventricular assist system?

The HeartMate II Left Ventricular Assist System is intended for use both inside and outside of the hospital, or for transportation of Left Ventricular Assist Device patients via ground ambulance, airplane, or helicopter.

Is the HeartMate 3 and HeartMate 2 LVAs contraindicated?

HeartMate 3 and HeartMate II LVAS Contraindications: The HeartMate 3 and HeartMate II Left Ventricular Assist Systems are contraindicated for patients who cannot tolerate, or who are allergic to, anticoagulation therapy.

What should I know before using HeartMate LVAD?

Brief Summary: Prior to using these devices, please review the Instructions For Use for a complete listing of indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, potential adverse events and directions for use.

What is the purpose of Abbott HeartMate II?

The HeartMate II™ is Abbott’s first-line intermediate-to-chronic left ventricular assist device. Designed to dramatically improve survival and quality of life, the HeartMate II™ was developed with the goal of providing circulatory support for a broad range of advanced heart failure patients.