Cardiac Medical Technology: Valve Surgery Special Edition
Newsletter January 2025
CorKnot Lowers Infection Rates
A recent study published in The European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery has shown that CorKnot is associated with lower infection rates compared to traditional hand-tied sutures.
CorKnot was developed to bring precision, reliability, and consistency to cardiac suture fixation.
Study Highlights:
Evaluated 1405 patients who had automated titanium fasters or hand tied knots by three surgical access types
Analysis showed a significantly lower risk of infective endocarditis during follow-up in the automated titanium fastener group
In addition to reducing aortic cross-clamp, cardiopulmonary bypass times, rates of prolonged ventilator support, and valvular regurgitation (2021 Systematic Review), this new research shows its impact on reducing infections and reinventions.
Prof. Tristan D. Yan's Minimal Access Aortic Surgery Ser Retractor Yan
We are thrilled to share this captivating video of Prof. Tristan D. Yan performing a Mini-Bentall Procedure using the Minimal Access Aortic Surgery set of instruments designed jointly by Delacroix-Chevalier and Prof. Yan.
Prof. Yan demonstrates his step-by-step surgical technique, offering valuable tips & tricks about minimal invasive complex aortic procedures. Watch the full video at CTSNet / Cardiothoracic Surgery Network.
Facilitate precision in minimally invasive procedures with the Pitsis Endoscopic Valve Sizer from Delacroix-Chevalier.
Available in eight diameter options and designed to rotate from 0° to 90° angles easily, the Pitsis Endoscopic Valve Sizer enables surgeons to size aortic and mitral valves efficiently and securely during endoscopic procedures.
Valve Knot Pusher
Our Knot Pusher designed in collaboration with Prof Obadia Jean-Francois allows seamless access to tight and deep spaces making it easier and effective for minimally invasive surgeries.
This also allows accurate knot placement and tension ensuring that sutures are not loosen during surgery. Whether you are performing valve repairs or replacements, this tool is a valuable addition to you surgical kit.
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Valve Retractor Case Study!
The Cardiac Surgery team at Dijon University Hospital in France share a case study of Right Anterior Minithoracotomy to treat Subaortic Membrane. To help perform this procedure the surgical team leveraged Delacroix Chevailer's Aortic Valve Retractors.
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