Figure 1
Occlutech Plus LAA closure device and delivery system. (A) The modified Occlutech LAA closure device consists of a proximal (PU membrane covered) and a distal (nitinol mesh) part. Distal positioned loops and newly developed anchors situated between the proximal and distal device parts secure anchoring within the LAA. The nitinol mesh has self-expanding properties ensuring self-modeling of the device within the LAA. The polyurethane (PU) covering serves as barrier excluding blood flow from the LA to the LAA. The connection hub serves as docking for the delivery system. B) Comparison of new device characteristics compared to the predecessor. C) Delivery system: the dilator (1) made from smooth conformable low friction radio-opaque material is inserted into the steerable delivery sheet (2) consisting of a thin braided wall and a soft flexible tip allowing bidirectional deflection up to 180°. The sheath has a hemostatic valve and can be connected by an adapter to the loader (4) made of transparent low friction material to allow inspection for air bubbles after pulling the occluder into the loader. Permission for usage of the image granted by OCCLUTECH Holding AG.
