What is Surgical Ventricular Restoration (SVR)?
The Surgical Ventricular Restoration (SVR®) procedure is a proven, safe and effective treatment for patients suffering from Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) caused by a previous heart attack. The goal of the SVR is resize and reshape the damaged and enlarged left ventricle. Surgeons performing the SVR procedure use the patient’s height, weight and BSA (body surface area) to accurately calculate the patient’s left ventricle size and shape. Then they use a device called the Mannequin, to maintain proper alignment, and to accurately size and shape the left ventricle to every patient’s unique size and shape.
