What is a Gelweave graft?
Gelweave™ Valsalva is the first aortic root graft in the world, indicated for the repair and substitution of damaged thoracic aorta in cases of aneurysm, dissection and coarctation. It has a unique design, prepared in 3 sections: body, skirt and collar.
What does Terumo aortic do?
Terumo Aortic is a global medical device company dedicated to developing solutions for aortic and peripheral vascular disease. Our complete portfolio includes the treatment for thoracic, abdominal and peripheral aneurysms, acute and chronic dissections, and peripheral occlusions.
What is Dacron graft?
A synthetic polyester graft (such as Dacron) is sutured to the aorta to repair an ascending aortic aneurysm.
What is the frozen elephant trunk technique?
A relatively new approach is the frozen elephant trunk (FET) technique, which potentially allows combined lesions of the thoracic aorta to be treated in a 1-stage procedure combining endovascular treatment with conventional surgery using a hybrid prosthesis.
Where is the Sinotubular Junction?
ascending aorta
The sinotubular junction is the region of the ascending aorta between the aortic sinuses (of Valsalva) and where the normal tubular configuration of the aorta is attained. It marks the junction of the aortic root and ascending aorta.
What is stent graft?
Find a Doctor. An endovascular stent graft is a fabric tube, supported by a metal mesh, called a stent that is used to support a weak spot in an artery, called an aneurysm – in many cases, an abdominal aortic aneurysm.
What is Dacron?
Dacron is a material that is used to wrap cushions for to create a sharper and fulfilled appearance. Serving as an upholstery padding, Dacron is wrapped around cushions to hide imperfections and uneven areas in the cushions surface. The result is a cushion that is wrinkle-free and has a rounded a softer look.
What is Dacron aorta?
A polyester graft is used to replace the diseased aortic tissue. The polyester grafts (such as Dacron) are an excellent example of successful substitution of a synthetic material within the human body. Dacron is so completely compatible with the body that rejection and calcification do not occur.
What is the purpose of the aortic root?
Your Aortic Root The unique shape of the aortic root allows for adequate blood flow into the coronary arteries to ensure the heart muscle can function appropriately. Diseases which affect coronary artery blood flow can impact the heart’s ability to pump effectively.
Who is the manufacturer of gelweave in the US?
March 2019. 892524 Terumo®is a registered trademark of Terumo Corporation. Gelweave™ is a trademark of Vascutek Ltd. Manufactured by Vascutek Ltd., Renfrewshire, Scotland, UK. DDistributed exclusively in the U.S. by Terumo Cardiovascular Group, Elkton, MD.
What are the benefits of the gelweavetm Valsalva sinus design?
The GelweaveTMValsalva Sinus Design – features a 15 year clinical history5 – closely matches aortic root anatomy1 – effectively mimics2and generates the 3 independent sinuses of Valsalva6 – more physiologic valve motion3 – provides the potential to reduce tension on the coronary anastomoses3 – potential for increased valve longevity7
How is the gelweave graft used in reimplantation?
The ability of the [Gelweave™] Valsalva graft to provide three independent sinuses of normal shape and dimension makes the reimplantation procedure applicable to virtually every patient. This, in turn, will result in improved standardizationand greater reproducibility of the results”6
Which is IfU is supplied with the gelweave device?
A Gelweave™ IFU is supplied with all Gelweave™ devices. Additional supplementary IFUs are provided based on the individual design of the Gelweave™ device. Product availability subject to regulatory approval. Ehrlich M, Grabenwöger M, Luckner D, et al. Operative management of aortic arch aneurysm using profound hypothermia and circulatory arrest.