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Cleveland Clinic continuous flow blood pump: progress in development

L Golding1, A Medvedev, A Massiello

  • 1Department of Biomedical Engineering, Lerner Research Institute, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Ohio 44195, USA.

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|July 3, 1998
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Researchers have advanced the innovative ventricular assist system (IVAS) by improving its continuous flow blood pump. Progress in mock loop design, bearing materials, and control algorithms accelerates development.

Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Cardiovascular Technology

Background:

  • The Cleveland Clinic continuous flow blood pump is integral to the innovative ventricular assist system (IVAS).
  • Advancements in cardiovascular support devices are crucial for treating heart failure.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report recent progress in the development of the IVAS.
  • To highlight key areas of improvement in the blood pump system.

Main Methods:

  • Design and fabrication of a pulsatile mock loop for system simulation.
  • Testing of journal bearing materials for durability and performance.
  • Evaluation of a system control algorithm for optimal function.

Main Results:

  • Successful design and fabrication of a pulsatile mock loop.

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  • Completion of journal bearing materials testing.
  • Evaluation and refinement of the system control algorithm.
  • Demonstrated acceleration of the IVAS development program.

    • Conclusions:

    • Recent advancements in key components significantly enhance the IVAS.
    • The progress validates the integrated approach to developing the continuous flow blood pump system.
    • Further development is supported by these positive results.