Bicarbon Mitral Models*

• Bicarbon Standard: Sizes: 19 – 33 mm
• Bicarbon Fitline: Sizes: 19 – 33 mm
• Curved pyrolytic carbon leaflets are intended to achieve a downstream laminar flow.
• The aerofoil housing profile is designed to minimize turbulence and blood stasis near the annulus of the patient.
• The titanium alloy housing provides optimum rigidity and safety with reduced thickness of the radial section and offers a larger geometric orifice area.
• The exclusive hinge mechanism is intended to minimize friction between the pivot and the housing recess.
• Two effluent channels in the hinge area are designed to allow blood washing even when the valve is closed.
• Carbofilm^TM coating on the housing and sewing ring improved haemocompatibility and reduces tissue overgrowth.

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