Cryolife, Inc. HERO 1002 HeRO® Graft Arterial Graft 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 Arterial Graft Component has a 6mm ID, 7.4mm OD, and is 53cm long, inclusive of the connector. It consists of an ePTFE hemodialysis graft with PTFE beading to provide kink resistance near the titanium connector. The titanium connector attaches the Arterial Graft Component to the HeRO Graft Venous Outflow Component. The HeRO Graft Arterial Graft Component is cannulated using standard technique according to KDOQI guidelines.