Implantable Roller Pump for Heart-Failure Induced #Lymphedema by Amy Throckmorton in BJSTR

Abstract

Background: During heart failure-induced #lymphedema, the volume transfer from the #lymphaticsystem through the thoracic duct into the cardiovascular system becomes increasingly reduced due, in part, to the high back pressure in the venous system. No minimally invasive devices currently exist that could boost the rate of volume transfer as a long-term means to alleviate lymphatic congestion in decompensated heart failure. To address this unmet clinical need, we are developing a miniature roller pump that is the size of a pacemaker as an implantable device to treat #lymphedema. The #lymphaticpump is designed for periodic unloading and intermittent volume rates of up to 0.8 L/min and a pressure generation of 20-30 mmHg.

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Implantable Roller Pump for Heart-Failure Induced #Lymphedema by Amy Throckmorton in BJSTR