Cardiac surgery requires a set of specialized equipment to achieve successful results. These tools and machines help surgeons perform complex procedures such as bypass surgery, valve replacement, and heart transplants. The table below lists the essential surgical equipment used in cardiology clinics along with the best brands and their specifications.
| equipment | brand | Specifications and Features |
|---|---|---|
| Artificial heart and lung machine | LivaNova (S5) | Roller pump, centrifugal pump, oxygenator, heat exchanger, arterial filter |
| Surgical lights | Stryker (Visum LED II) | LED, adjustable intensity, sterile handles, shadow reduction technology |
| Surgical tables | Maquet (Magnus) | Adjustable height, tilt capability, radiolucent surface, patient positioning accessories |
| Anesthetic devices | GE Healthcare (Aisys CS2) | Integrated ventilator, gas delivery, patient monitoring, automatic registration |
| Sternotomy saws | Stryker (Core Oscillating Saw) | oscillating, reciprocating, battery options, disposable blades |
| Hemostasis equipment | Medtronic (Valleylab FT10) | Electrocautery, argon beam coagulation, bipolar forceps, vascular sealing devices |
| Autotransfusion systems | Haemonetics (Cell Saver Elite) | Seal Saver devices, blood rescue systems, washing and filtration capabilities |
| Patient Heating Systems | 3M (Bair Hugger) | Forced Air Heating, Liquid Heaters, Temperature Control, Blanket Options |
| Surgical microscopes | Leica (M530 OHX) | High zoom, adjustable focus, integrated camera, video recording |
