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1 Introduction
1-12 HeartMate III Left Ventricular Assist System Instructions for Use
Components and Equipment for Implant
The HeartMate III LVAS is designed for use both inside and outside of the hospital. Specific system
components and equipment may be required for each setting. For a complete list of HeartMate III
products and catalog numbers, refer to the
HeartMate III™ Product List at www.thoratec.com.
Table 1.2 lists the components and equipment that are required for implant and ICU transfer.
* Some optional items are included in the HeartMate III Implant Kit.
** Also available separately.
Table 1.2 Components and Equipment for Implant
Components Required for
Implantation and ICU Transfer
Primary Backup
HeartMate III Implant Kit* Required Required
System Controller with 11 Volt Lithium-Ion Backup
Battery
Required Required
Power Module with patient cable Required Required
System Monitor Required Required
One set of 4 rechargeable HeartMate 14 Volt
Lithium-Ion batteries
Required Not required
One set of 2 HeartMate 14 Volt battery clips Required Not required
Battery Charger Required Not required
HeartMate III Tunneling Lance and Handle** Required
Apical coring knife** Optional
Skin coring punch (6 mm)* Optional
Apical cuff** Optional
Outflow Graft Thread protectors** Optional
Modular Cable Cap Optional