Overview
The Carbomedics line from CORCYM gives cardiac surgeons a complete set of mechanical heart valve solutions, built to reliably treat even challenging cases. The portfolio has grown over time into a full range that gives surgeons flexibility in treating their patients.
Available models
| Model | Type | Sizes |
|---|---|---|
| Carbomedics Top Hat | Totally supra-annular aortic valve | 19 to 27 mm |
| Carbomedics Reduced | Aortic valve | 19 to 29 mm |
Safety and durability
The Carbomedics name is closely tied to the history of mechanical heart valves. In 1986 Carbomedics introduced a mechanical bileaflet valve with a rotatable housing for optimal leaflet positioning. Its robust design has an extremely low incidence of post-operative structural failures in over 1 million implants worldwide.
- Pyrolytic carbon coated leaflets
- Pyrolytic carbon housing
- Titanium stiffening band
Ease of implant
Carbomedics sewing cuffs are optimised for ease of implant and stable seating. The cuff is designed to conform gently to the tissue, minimising tension on the sutures and with it the risk of dehiscence. A broad variety of configurations provides an effective fit in any anatomical configuration.
Haemodynamics
The opening angle and travel arc of the leaflets are determined by hydrodynamic testing, to achieve low pressure gradients and an optimal balance between forward flow and regurgitant volume. This minimises total energy loss while promoting quiet functioning.
Based on CORCYM post-market surveillance, structural valve failure is expected to occur between 0.1 and 1 times per 100,000 device population.
Design robustness according to ISO 5840, CORCYM post-market surveillance and published long-term results (Bouchard et al., Ann Thorac Surg 2014;97:816-23).
Claims are as published by the manufacturer, CORCYM. Full references are listed in the product brochure.
Ordering and support
General enquiries
- Phone
- 1800 100 282
