Cardica C-Port Distal Anastomosis System

A Panel Discussion Among Seven Cardiothoracic Surgeons

November 2007

Deliverable: Transcript with key findings.

Study Description and Objectives:

§    Understand when and why C-Port is used versus hand suturing and satisfaction with the system

§    Approximate the learning curve and training requirements

§    Determine the actual and expected impact on practice patterns and potential time savings

§    Evaluate what patient, practice, or physician attributes are best suited for C-Port use

§    Garner perception of the feasibility of closed-chest heart bypass surgeries and the expected use of this type of procedure, including barriers and facilitators of use

§    Garner reaction to current data and expectations on phase III data (to be released)

Companies and Products Mentioned in This Report:

Inclusion Criteria:

Hospitals Represented:

§    St. Luke’s Hospital, Kansas City, MO

§    Banner Desert Hospital, AZ

§    St. Joseph's Hospital, GA

§    Broward General Fort Lauderdale, FL

§    University of Tennessee Hospital, Knoxville, TN

§    Charleston Area Medical Center, WV

§    St. John’s Clinic, MI