Edwards’ Heart Valve Gain Canadian Approval

Health Canada has approved Edwards Lifesciences’ heart valve Edwards Sapian 3 for use.

The product is approved for use in patients who suffer from symptomatic aortic stenosis and are at high risk for surgical replacement.

Edwards’ new valve is available in four sizes: 20 mm, 23 mm, 26 mm and 29 mm. — Tamra Sami