Edwards Protection Cannulae Retrograde Cardioplegia Catheters MAXIMIZE MYOCARDIAL PROTECTION A growing body of evidence points to combined retrograde and antegrade cardioplegia as the best approach for maximizing myocardial protection in patients undergoing arrested heart procedures.1-5 Edwards retrograde cardioplegia catheters are specifically designed to help you protect your patients during on-pump cardiac surgery by maximizing myocardial protection. Edwards retrograde cardioplegia catheters offer a variety of features designed to meet various surgical needs and preferences. Proprietary ergonomic handle provides an anatomically precise path during placement

Retrograde Cardioplegia Catheters SELF-INFLATING BALLOON Edwards retrograde cardioplegia catheters are available in a self-inflating balloon style, which offers the convenience of automatic balloon inflation when retrograde cardioplegia is delivered. Balloon Styles: Available in textured and smooth balloon configurations. Balloon Sizes: Multiple balloon sizes ranging from 9 mm to 20 mm to accommodate a variety of patient sizes and surgical preferences. Pre-shaped stylet and handle Smooth balloon Textured balloon Guidewire stylet Hourglass handle and guidewire stylet Multiple handle and stylet...

MANUALLY INFLATING BALLOON Edwards retrograde cardioplegia catheters are available in a manually inflating balloon style, which offers surgeon control over inflating and deflating the balloon. Balloon Styles: Available in textured and smooth balloon configurations Body Styles: Available in polyurethane or wire-reinforced silicone configurations Smooth balloon RETRACTAGUARD TECHNOLOGY This proprietary technology is designed to help the cannula retain its shape after deployment in the patient and to help prevent balloon slippage, particularly during posterior grafting procedures. Retractaguard...

Retrograde Cardioplegia Catheters Retrograde Cardioplegia Catheter Pressure Drop vs. Flow 9 Fr. Self-Inflating, Conventional 12 Fr. Self-Inflating, Retractaguard technology Pressure Drop (mmHg) 14 Fr. Self-Inflating, Retractaguard technology 40 12 Fr. Manually Inflating, Retractaguard technology 14 Fr. Self-Inflating, Conventional 14 Fr. Manually Inflating, Retractaguard technology 14 Fr. Manually Inflating, Conventional Flow Rate (ml/min), H2 O at Room Temperature References: 1. Buckberg Gd. Antegrade/Retrograde Blood Cardioplegia to Ensure Cardioplegic Distribution: Operative Techniques and...