Electromagnetic bi-ventricular assist device

摘要

A device and method for assisting ventricular output in a human heart by compressing the heart. In the method, an electrocardiogram is generated as a function of the electrical activity of the heart, and an electromagnetic field is generated as a function of the electrocardiogram. A magnetic mat is moved towards the vertebral body to compress the heart therebetween in response to application of the electromagnetic field thereto. The device includes a transducer and control circuit to regulate the compressive force applied to the heart.