CARDIOHELP System: The Portable Lifesaver

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HIRRLINGEN, Germany, July 28, 2010 - Every year, 17.5 million people worldwide die from cardiovascular
diseases. However, quick connection to a mechanical circulatory support can
save lives.

German-based medical technology manufacturer MAQUET Cardiopulmonary AG
has developed the world's most compact and lightweight heart-lung support
system for mobile applications. The portable CARDIOHELP System replaces and
controls the patient's circulatory and pulmonary functions from outside the
body, and guarantees the supply of oxygen and reduction of CO2.

The system has been awarded the CE mark. Application surveillance in 18
hospitals, in nine countries, has confirmed its advantages. Prior to the
launch, some 25 patients have been supported using the device. Since the end
of July 2010, CARDIOHELP System is available for purchase worldwide.

Many patients with heart and lung disease experience cardiogenic shock
because vital organs are inadequately supplied with oxygen. CARDIOHELP System
offers life-saving support which, to date, could only be provided by 250 kg
heart-lung machines.

No larger than a piece of hand luggage, the unprimed system weighs only
about 10 kg. During inter- or intra-hospital transportation, it can be
carried by a single person. As the first life support system for
mobile applications it is approved for ground and air transport.

The CARDIOHELP System is rapidly prepared for use on patients who require
cardiac and/or pulmonary support in cardiac surgery, cardiology, intensive
care, and emergency medicine. While being more cost-effective than
conventional treatment methods, the system offers new mechanical circulatory
support treatments, opening up new possibilities for protective ventilation.
Since the volume of blood outside the body is reduced to a minimum, less
strain is being put on the patient.

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    Presscontact:

    MAQUET Cardiopulmonary AG
    Hechinger Strasse 38
    72145 Hirrlingen, Germany
    Marcus C. Felstead
    Tel.: +49(0)7478-921-205
    E-mail: Marcus.Felstead@maquet-cp.com

Presscontact: MAQUET Cardiopulmonary AG, Hechinger Strasse 38, 72145 Hirrlingen, Germany, Marcus C. Felstead, Tel.: +49(0)7478-921-205, E-mail: Marcus.Felstead at maquet-cp.com