A single-use cardioplegia delivery system is a medical device used during cardiac surgery to deliver cardioplegia solution to the heart. Cardioplegia solution is a specialized solution that is used to induce cardiac arrest, which allows surgeons to operate on the heart while it is not beating.
The delivery system typically consists of a series of disposable components, including a tubing set, a heat exchanger, a blood filter, and a cardioplegia delivery catheter. These components are designed for single use to prevent the risk of contamination and ensure patient safety.
During cardiac surgery, the tubing set is connected to the patient's heart, and the heat exchanger and blood filter help to regulate the temperature and purity of the cardioplegia solution. The cardioplegia delivery catheter is then used to deliver the solution to the heart, inducing cardiac arrest and allowing the surgical team to perform the necessary procedures.
Once the surgery is complete, the entire cardioplegia delivery system is discarded and replaced with a new, sterile set for the next surgery. This helps to ensure that the risk of infection or contamination is minimized, and that patients receive the highest level of care during cardiac surgery.