LivaNova has been granted a patent for a modular system that heats or cools a patient’s blood during extracorporeal procedures. The system includes a heater/cooler module, a heat transfer fluid circuit, and a heat exchanger, allowing for increased heating/cooling capability and compatibility with portable applications and battery operation. GlobalData’s report on LivaNova gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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System for heating/cooling blood during extracorporeal procedures
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US11883574B2) discloses a system designed for heating or cooling a patient's blood during procedures involving extracorporeal blood circulation. The system comprises a heater/cooler module with a first pump and a first heater/cooler element connected to a primary circuit containing separate heating and cooling paths. Additionally, a heat transfer fluid circuit with a disposable secondary circuit is included to provide a second fluid to a target device containing blood, allowing for the heating or cooling of the blood. A heat exchanger facilitates heat transfer between the first and second fluids, ensuring they remain separated within the system.
Furthermore, the patented system may include multiple heat exchangers, heater/cooler modules, and heat transfer fluid circuits to enhance its functionality. Temperature sensors are integrated into the heat exchanger to monitor and maintain the desired temperature offset between the blood and the heating/cooling fluids. The method outlined in the patent involves pumping fluids through the primary circuit and heat exchanger, utilizing a heat pump or auxiliary heat exchanger for heating or cooling. By regulating fluid temperatures and facilitating heat transfer between the primary and secondary circuits, the system ensures efficient blood temperature control during medical procedures involving extracorporeal blood circulation.
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