The Benefits of Flexibility with the Use of Proven Technology

With more than 30 years of clinical experience, the Duran AnCore Annuloplasty System, available in both ring and band, offers:

• Better early postoperative LV systolic function over patients with a rigid ring¹
• Allows annulus size and configuration to adapt to changes throughout cardiac cycle^2-4
• Better diastolic blood flow across the mitral valve, particularly during exercise⁵
• Less stress on the sutures during systole, minimizing the likelihood of dehiscence⁶

Features that facilitate the implant of the Duran Ancore System:

• Chordial guide feature
• Lower system profile
• Easy-release holder and flange with snap-off removal
• Streamlined handle
• Flat sizer design
• Size 23mm ring and band

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REFERENCES

1. David TE, Armstrong S. Sun Z. Left Ventricular Function After Mitral Valve Surgery. J Heart Dis. 1995;4:S175-80.
2. Tsakiris AG, Von Vernuth G, Rastilli GC, et al. Size and Motion of the Mitral Valve in Anesthetized Intact Dogs. J Appl Phys. 1971;30:611.
3. Ormiston JA, Shah PM, Tei C, et al. Size and Motion in the Mitral Valve Annulus in Man. Circulation 1981;64;113.
4. Duran CMG, Ubago JLM. Clinical and Hemodynamic Performance of a Totally Flexible Prosthetic Ring for Atrio-Ventricular Valve Reconstruction. Ann Thorac Surg. 1995;59:658-63.
5. Okada Y, Shomura T, Yamaura YI, et al. Comparison of the Carpentier and Duran Prosthetic Rings Used in Mitral Reconstruction. Ann Thorac Surgery. 1995;59:658-63
6. Duran C. Perspectives for Acquired Valvular Disease In: Advanced Cardiac Surgery, Vol 4, 1993.