BiVACOR® Total Artificial Heart Early Feasibility Study

This early feasibility study is testing the BiVACOR total artificial heart — a mechanical device that completely replaces a failing heart — in patients whose hearts are so damaged that both sides (left and right ventricles) are failing and who need a bridge to transplant or permanent support. **You may be eligible if...** - You have severe, irreversible failure of both sides of your heart that cannot be managed with medicines - You are on a heart transplant waiting list or are being considered for one - Your heart failure meets specific measurements showing both right and left sides are critically weak - Standard single-ventricle assist devices are not appropriate for your situation **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have had a recent major stroke or significant blood clotting disorder - You have active, uncontrolled infection or sepsis - You have severe organ failure (kidneys, liver, lungs) that makes surgery too risky - You have a condition that makes you ineligible for heart transplant in the long term Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.