Anastomosis System Attaches Multiple Blood Vessel Grafts

The cartridge-based, reloadable C-Port system uses cartridges pre-loaded with miniature stainless steel staples to secure the bypass graft to the coronary artery. This allows the surgeon to complete multiple anastomoses using the same carbon dioxide (CO2) powered handle. Each device in the C-Port system product line is designed to enable automated, reliable, and reproducible connections of blood vessels during CABG surgery. Unlike most hand-sewn anastomoses, the system creates compliant anastomoses that can expand and contract with blood flow. In addition, the anastomosis system, whether used during on- or off- pump surgery, offers surgeons access to a wide range of coronary arteries, particularly small coronary arteries, which, in the past, have been difficult or impossible to connect effectively. The C-Port xA X-Change Distal Anastomosis System is manufactured by Cardica (Redwood City, CA, USA), and has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and also bears the European Union CE mark of conformity.

"We are pleased to offer the cartridge-based C-Port xA X-CHANGE system in response to feedback from surgeons desiring a solution to address all of their bypass needs with a single handle, which is less expensive than using a new C-Port system for each anastomosis,” said Bernard A. Hausen, M.D., Ph.D., President and CEO of Cardica. "With the introduction of this product, we will continue to provide surgeons with the same mechanically-governed, reproducible anastomoses while enhancing the functionality and providing the ability to perform multiple anastomoses with one device.”


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