18639098. BEARING HOUSING FOR BLOOD PUMP simplified abstract (MAGENTA MEDICAL LTD)

BEARING HOUSING FOR BLOOD PUMP

Organization Name

MAGENTA MEDICAL LTD

Inventor(s)

Yosi Tuval of Even Yehuda (IL)

Gad Lubinsky of Ein Vered (IL)

Yuri Sudin of Modiin-Makkabim-Reut (IL)

Avi Rozenfeld of Haifa (IL)

Shaul Mustacchi of Rosh Haayin (IL)

Ran Tamir of Ramat Gan (IL)

BEARING HOUSING FOR BLOOD PUMP - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18639098 titled 'BEARING HOUSING FOR BLOOD PUMP

The patent application describes an apparatus and methods for a blood pump that includes an axial shaft and impeller to pump blood within a subject's body.

• The blood pump has an axial shaft designed for insertion and rotation within the body, connected to an impeller that pumps blood.
• A frame surrounds the impeller, with a distal conical portion, providing structural support.
• A bearing stabilizes the axial shaft while it rotates, housed within a bearing housing.
• The bearing housing is mostly located within the frame, ensuring stability and support during operation.

Potential Applications: - Medical devices for circulatory support - Cardiac assist devices - Implantable blood pumps for heart failure patients

Problems Solved: - Providing efficient blood circulation within the body - Stabilizing the axial shaft during rotation - Ensuring proper support and functionality of the blood pump

Benefits: - Improved blood flow and circulation - Enhanced cardiac function - Potential life-saving technology for heart failure patients

Commercial Applications: Title: "Implantable Blood Pump for Cardiac Support" This technology can be used in medical devices for circulatory support, cardiac assist devices, and implantable blood pumps for heart failure patients. The market implications include advancements in cardiac care and potential life-saving solutions for patients with heart conditions.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does this blood pump improve cardiac function in patients? - The blood pump enhances blood circulation and cardiac output, supporting overall heart function. 2. What are the potential risks associated with implanting such a device in the body? - Risks may include infection, bleeding, or device malfunction, which should be carefully monitored and managed by healthcare professionals.

Original Abstract Submitted

Apparatus and methods are described including a blood pump that includes an axial shaft configured for insertion into, and rotation within, a subject's body, and an impeller coupled to the axial shaft such that, as the axial shaft rotates, the impeller pumps blood of the subject. A frame surrounds the impeller and includes a distal conical portion. A bearing adjacent to the axial shaft is configured to stabilize the axial shaft while the axial shaft rotates. A bearing housing houses the bearing. The bearing housing is disposed at least partly within the distal conical portion of the frame such that at least 50% of the length of the bearing housing is disposed within the frame. Other applications are also described.