Aortic stenosis is a widespread and severe valvular disease that is becoming increasingly prevalent with the aging population. Traditional surgical valve replacement can be a high-risk procedure for critically ill patients. MicroPort CardioFlow's VitaFlow Liberty Valve System offers a revolutionary solution to this issue. The system utilizes transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI), a clinical interventional therapy that provides an ideal alternative treatment for patients who cannot tolerate surgical valve replacement.
What sets the VitaFlow Liberty Valve System apart is its unique features of retrievability and repositioning. This allows for the deployment and retrieval of the valve in a stable, accurate, and fast manner, significantly benefiting the patients. Currently, it is the only motorized retrievable system in the world, making it a standout in the field of medical device design.
The valve implant is made of biomaterial and nickel-titanium alloy, a testament to the advanced technology employed in its creation. The design of the delivery handle is simple and user-friendly, with key keys designed to prevent misuse. The product system consists of the delivery handle and the implant, both of which have been meticulously designed for ease of use and maximum efficiency.
The VitaFlow Liberty Valve System is the result of five years of research and development in Shanghai. One of the major challenges faced during this process was finding a biomaterial compatible with the human body. The successful overcoming of this hurdle is a testament to the dedication and expertise of the MicroPort CardioFlow team.
The VitaFlow Liberty Valve System's innovative design and significant contribution to the field of medical technology have been recognized with the Silver A' Design Award in 2022. This prestigious award is given to designs that display outstanding expertise and innovation, and the VitaFlow Liberty Valve System certainly fits the bill. With its unique features and groundbreaking technology, it is set to revolutionize the treatment of aortic stenosis and improve the lives of patients worldwide.
Project Designers: Zhonghua Hu
Image Credits: MicroPort CardioFlow
Project Team Members: MicroPort CardioFlow
MicroPort Design Center
Project Name: VitaFlow Liberty Valve System
Project Client: Zhonghua Hu