Successfully carried out first Bentall operation with a new Konect system

On September 1, 2025, a replacement of main artery and aortic flap with the newly developed Konect system was successfully carried out in Austria for the first time in Austria. The university clinic for cardiac and thoracic aortic surgery from AKH Vienna/MedUni Vienna sets another milestone in the treatment of complex aortic diseases.

“The KONECT system offers us decisive advantages in operational care-especially with regard to the handling, precision and patient security,” explains Marek Ehrlich, director of the aortic program of the AKH Vienna. Particularly noteworthy is the integration of Resilia ™ Tissue, an innovative biological tissue that is protected against calcification by special treatment technology. This enables a significantly extended durability of the implant and thus improves the long -term prognosis for the patients. In addition, the KONECT system is characterized by optimized seam guidance and precise anatomical adaptation, which can shorten the operation time and reduce the risk of intraoperative complications. “For us surgeon, this combination of innovative tissue material and further developed implant technology not only means a relief in the operating room, but above all a sustainable advantage for our patients,” said Ehrrahr.

Daniel Zimpfer, head of the university clinic for cardiac and thoracic aortic surgery, emphasizes the importance: “The introduction of this new implant is an important progress for cardiac surgery. This means that we can raise the care of patients with complex aortic diseases. Partner. “

With the successful application of the new system to a 58-year-old Viennese, a significant step in the treatment of complex aortic interventions in the AKH Vienna has been successful.