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SynCardia - Companion 2 (C2) Hospital Driver
The state-of-the-art Companion 2 (C2) Hospital Driver provides pneumatic power to the SynCardia temporary Total Artificial Heart (TAH) from implant through patient recovery in the hospital. The C2 Driver monitors the TAH without the use of electrical connections to or inside the patient. Once the patient is clinically stable, he or she can be switched to the smaller, lighter Freedom® Portable Driver.
Using either external or compressor-generated air, the C2 Driver provides pneumatic, pulsatile pressure to the 70cc or 50cc Total Artificial Heart through two drivelines that connect to the TAH cannulae. The driver also supplies independent, adjustable vacuum and pressure to the left and right ventricles, allowing performance to be customized to each patient’s needs. During use, the C2 Driver is docked in either the Hospital Cart or the Caddy for easy transportation and charging.
- European CE Mark: July 25, 2011
- FDA: May 16, 2012
- Health Canada: Oct. 29, 2013