A relative, friend or you suffer from cardiac insufficiency in an advanced stage? We have compiled this information for your convenience, in order to explain the malady and point out possible therapies you may have with Berlin Heart’s ventricular assist devices.

“The heart” gives you a general idea about the function of this vital organ. Its various sickness symptoms are comprehensively explained and described.

“INCOR®” describes our implantable left ventricular assist device and its function. INCOR® is preferably applied for adult patients, whose clinical condition decreases slowly but continuously.

“EXCOR®” gives detailed information about our biventricular, external  assist device. EXCOR® is mainly used as a middle-term assistance for highly acute cases (i.e. severe heart attack, acute vascular inflammation).

“EXCOR® Pediatric” displays our external ventricular assist device for children, which can even be applied for newborns due to its diversity of varieties.

The medical doctor will individually recommend the suitable system for his/her patient. Please do not hesitate to ask the responsible doctor or contact us.