Artivion, Inc. HERO 1001 HeRO® Graft Venous Outflow Component

The HeRO (Hemodialysis Reliable Outflow) Graft is a long-term access solution for access-challenged and catheter-dependent patients. HeRO Graft is a fully subcutaneous surgical implant. It provides arterial venous (AV) access with continuous outflow into the central venous system. HeRO Graft traverses central venous stenosis allowing for long-term hemodialysis access.HeRO Graft consists of two primary components:• A proprietary Venous Outflow Component• A proprietary Arterial Graft ComponentThe HeRO Graft Venous Outflow Component has a 5mm inner diameter (ID), 19F outer diameter (OD), and is 40cm long. It consists of radiopaque silicone with braided nitinol reinforcement (for kink and crush resistance) and a radiopaque marker band at the tip.