Thoratec PediVAS je vytvořen pro snadno ovladatelnou a rychle spustitelnou mechanickou srdeční podporu. Systém je určen pro nejmenší pacienty s akutní nedostatečnou kardio-respirační funkcí a může být využit v léčebném režimu ECMO nebo VAD po dobu až 30ti dnů*.
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A hemodynamic evaluation of the Levitronix Pedivas centrifugal pump and Jostra HI-20 roller pump under pulsatile and nonpulsatile perfusion in an infant CPB model.
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Optimization of a miniature Maglev ventricular assist device for pediatric circulatory support.
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Assessment of hydraulic performance and biocompatibility of a Maglev centrifugal pump system designed for pediatric cardiac or cardiopulmonary support.
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Preclinical testing of the Levitronix Ultramag pediatric cardiac assist device in a lamb model.
ASAIO J 2007 May-Jun;53(3): 392-396.