Edwards Lifesciences is making available its new Carpentier-Edwards PERIMOUNT Magna Mitral Ease valve in the U.S. and Europe. 
Based on the Magna Mitral device, the new valve is designed for easier and simpler implantation, especially for a thoracotomy approach.
The Magna Mitral Ease valve incorporates new features to facilitate access, placement and suturing during both conventional and minimally invasive heart valve surgeries, especially those using a thoracotomy. Its product enhancements, such as the tri-colored holder, unique suture guide line, wide saddle-shaped cuff and new accessories are all designed for easier implantation. Magna Mitral Ease is based on the clinically proven and durable Edwards PERIMOUNT mitral valve design, which has more than 250,000 patient years of experience worldwide. Patients with tissue valves such as Magna Mitral Ease minimize the need for the lifelong prescription of blood thinners and its associated risks.
Press release: Edwards Lifesciences Launches Magna Mitral Ease Valve…