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Aquamantys System

and Bipolar Sealers

Aquamantys System

The Aquamantys^® System and bipolar sealers feature innovative Transcollation^® technology, a combination of radiofrequency (RF) energy and saline that provides hemostatic sealing of soft tissue and bone during surgery.

Aquamantys System and Bipolar Sealers

The Aquamantys System addresses the need for surgeons to achieve hemostasis during surgery. When used during orthopaedic procedures, the Aquamantys System provides benefits for both surgeons and patients – reducing transfusion rates by minimizing intra-operative blood loss.^1,2,*

Proper use of the system is important to achieve optimal results with Transcollation technology.

Use of the Aquamantys System in orthopaedic surgery provides the following clinical benefits:

Reduces transfusion rates by minimizing intra-operative blood loss^1,2,*
Reduces post-operative drainage^1,2
Reduces post-operative incidence of hemarthrosis, which may lead to a reduction in pain and swelling^3,*

Components of the Aquamantys System

The Aquamantys System consists of a generator and disposable, single-use handpieces. Medtronic Advanced Energy offers innovative Aquamantys handpieces that are adept for use in orthopaedic surgery, such as the 6.0 Bipolar Sealer and MBS Bipolar Sealer with Light. Our handpieces for hip and knee arthroplasty and orthopaedic trauma procedures offer electrode and shaft configurations designed to meet the specific needs of the surgeon.

Orthopaedic Applications for the Aquamantys System

Common orthopaedic procedures where the Aquamantys System is used include:

Hip Replacement Procedures

Total hip replacement
Hemiarthroplasty
Hip resurfacing
Revision
Bilateral

Knee Replacement Procedures

Primary total knee replacement
Partial knee replacement
Revision
Bilateral

Orthopaedic Trauma Procedures

Pelvic fracture
Acetabular fracture
Periprosthetic fracture
Distal femur fracture
Amputation
Major debridement

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Transcollation Technology

The Aquamantys System delivers patented Transcollation technology to stop bleeding and reduce blood loss during and after surgery.^1,2,* It has been clinically shown to lower transfusion rates and significantly reduce post-operative drainage.^1,2

Our patented integration of RF energy and saline delivers controlled thermal energy to tissue. This combination allows the device temperature to stay at approximately 100°C – nearly 200°C less than conventional devices, which produces a tissue effect without the charring associated with other methods.

Surgical Applications for Transcollation Technology

Transcollation technology is commonly used during these procedures:

Orthopaedic joint replacement
Orthopaedic oncology
Spinal surgery
Solid organ resection

View a 3D animation of Transcollation Technology and the Aquamantys System

Performance has not been specifically established in all procedures.

References

Marulanda GA, Ulrich SD, et al. Reductions in blood loss with a bipolar sealer in total hip arthroplasty. Expert Rev Med Devices 2008; 5:125-131.

Marulanda GA, Krebs VE, et al. Hemostasis using a bipolar sealer in primary unilateral total knee arthroplasty. American Journal of Orthopedics 2009; 38(12):E179-183.

Clinical Benefits

Clinical Benefits of the Aquamantys System

Aquamantys bipolar sealers are used to stop bleeding and reduce blood loss during surgery.^1,2,* Surgeons can achieve broad tissue-surface hemostasis by applying Transcollation technology in a painting motion or spot-treat bleeding tissue. The Aquamantys System has been shown to offer the following clinical benefits for patients when used during orthopaedic procedures:

Pre-Operative

Reduces the need for blood transfusions^1,2,*
May reduce the need for pre-operative autologous blood donations from patients³

Intra-Operative

Helps to maintain hemoglobin levels^1,3
Reduces the need for blood transfusions^1,2,*

Post-Operative

Reduces post-operative drainage^1,2
Reduction in incidence of hemarthosis following knee procedures, which may lead to a reduction in pain and swelling and shorter length of hospital stay.^4,5,*,†

Performance has not been specifically established in all procedures.

^†

Length of stay has not been specifically correlated with the Aquamantys system.

References

Marulanda GA, Ulrich SD, Seyler TM et al. Reductions in blood loss with a bipolar sealer in total hip arthroplasty. Expert Rev Med Devices 2008; 5(2):125-131.

Marulanda GA, Ragland PS, Seyler TM et al. Reductions in blood loss with use of a bipolar sealer for hemostasis in primary total knee arthroplasty. Surg Tech XIV 2005; 12:281-286.

Marulanda GA, Krebs VE, Bierbaum BE et al. Hemostasis using a bipolar sealer in primary unilateral total knee arthroplasty. Am J Orthop 2009; 38(12):E179-183.

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Rosenberg AG. Reducing blood loss in total joint surgery with a saline-coupled bipolar sealing technology. J Arthrop 2007; 22(4):82-85

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Covance report; 2008 MedPAR database based on ICD-9-CM Codes for 100% of Medicare beneficiaries.

Economic Value

Economic Value of the Aquamantys System

Medtronic Advanced Energy's patented Transcollation technology is an advanced solution that provides hemostasis during many types of surgery.

Hospital Cost

Reduced transfusion rates may lower costs to the hospital.^1,†The top chart at right represents hospital national average costs for transfusions based on MedPAR data.¹ Transcollation technology has been shown to provide clinical benefits and reduce transfusion rates by minimizing intra-operative blood loss in orthopaedic procedures.^2,3,‡

Length of Stay

The lower chart at right represents hospital length of stay (LOS) related to transfusions based on MedPAR data.^1,* Transcollation technology has been shown to provide clinical benefits and reduce transfusion rates by minimizing intra-operative blood loss in orthopaedic procedures.^2,3,‡Transfusions are known to be a factor that increases the likelihood of post-surgical complications and can frequently contribute to increased hospital length of stay.⁴

We recognize that healthcare providers have various options available for managing patient hemoglobin levels perioperatively within the constraints of budget management. Medtronic is committed to delivering improved clinical outcomes while saving money for hospitals. We can work with your institution to create a customized economic analysis. Contact Medtronic Advanced Energy or your local sales representative for additional information.

Hospital length of stay has not been specifically correlated with the Aquamantys System.

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Performance has not been specifically established with the Aquamantys System.

^‡

Performance has not been specifically established in all procedures.

References

Covance report; 2008 MedPAR database based on ICD-9-CM Codes for 100% of Medicare beneficiaries.

Marulanda GA, Ulrich SD, Seyler TM et al. Reductions in blood loss with a bipolar sealer in total hip arthroplasty. Expert Rev Med Devices 2008; 5(2):125-131.

Marulanda GA, Ragland PS, Seyler TM et al. Reductions in blood loss with use of a bipolar sealer for hemostasis in primary total knee arthroplasty. Surg Tech XIV 2005; 12:281-286.

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Bierbaum BE, Callaghan JJ, Galante JO et al. An analysis of blood management in patients having a total hip or knee arthroplasty. J Bone & Joint Surg 1999; 81:2-10.

Performance has not been specifically established in all procedures.

References

Marulanda GA, Ulrich SD, Seyler TM et al. Reductions in blood loss with a bipolar sealer in total hip arthroplasty. Expert Rev Med Devices 2008; 5(2):125-131.

Marulanda GA, Ragland PS, Seyler TM et al. Reductions in blood loss with use of a bipolar sealer for hemostasis in primary total knee arthroplasty. Surg Tech XIV 2005; 12:281-286.

Rosenberg AG. Reducing blood loss in total joint surgery with a saline-coupled bipolar sealing technology. J Arthrop 2007; 22(4):82-85