When 9News reported the first-in-human implant of the CorWave left-ventricular assist device (LVAD) at Sydney’s St Vincent’s Hospital, the station relied on Ghost Medical’s detailed 3D CorWave animation to show viewers exactly how the wave-membrane pump recreates a natural pulse.
Unlike continuous-flow pumps, the CorWave LVAD uses a magnet-driven undulating membrane that pushes blood in rhythm with the heart’s own cycle. This physiology promises fewer clots and faster rehabilitation for patients with advanced heart failure. Because the motion is hidden inside the thoracic cavity, high-fidelity animation was essential for surgeons, regulators, investors, and patients to grasp the innovation.
Ghost Medical imported engineering CAD, rebuilt fine geometry for smooth deformations, and validated movement with CFD studies. Every frame passed a three-tier review: clinical accuracy, FDA compliance, and visual clarity, ensuring the finished CorWave animation supports investigational-device messaging under 21 CFR Part 820.
During the prime-time segment, reporters cut repeatedly to our clips. The visuals let audiences see blood accelerate during systole and decelerate in diastole, while surgeons on air explained why the pump could be a “game changer” for transplant candidates. Without the CorWave animation, these subtle hemodynamic benefits would have been lost on a general-news audience.
The first-in-human study plans 20 implants across six hospitals over three years. As CorWave gathers data, Ghost Medical stands ready to update the animation with long-term outcomes, proving that dynamic visuals can evolve alongside revolutionary devices.
Ghost Medical specializes in creating engaging and educational content. From medical animations to interactive software, Ghost ensures your medical marketing strategy is both impactful and successful. Partner with us to elevate your marketing efforts and achieve better patient and healthcare provider engagement and satisfaction. Contact Ghost Medical today to learn how we can help you showcase your healthcare services and medical devices effectively.
Ghost Medical is an award-winning leader in medical visualization, specializing in custom medical animation, medical marketing services, and surgical training solutions. We provide a comprehensive range of digital services designed to elevate medical marketing, enhance patient communication, and streamline staff training. With a team of highly skilled professionals and deep expertise in biomedical processes, we ensure precise and impactful representations of your device, product, or procedure through 3D animations, medical illustration, and other dynamic media formats. Contact Ghost Medical today to discover how we can help you train surgeons, boost medical device sales, or effectively communicate your pharmaceutical innovations.
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