Artificial heart

An artificial heart is a device that is implanted into the body to replace the original biological heart. It is distinct from a cardiac pump, which is an external device used to provide the functions of both the heart and the lungs. Thus, the cardiac pump need not be connected to both blood circuits. Also, a cardiac pump is only suitable for use not longer than a few hours, while for the artificial heart the current record is 17 months.

In Fiction

In the fictional Star Trek universe, Captain Jean-Luc Picard had an artificial heart implanted in 2327. Joseph Sisko, father of Benjamin Sisko, had several artificial organs, including a new aorta he received in 2372.

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Star Trek - Jean-Luc Picard - Benjamin Sisko - Aorta - 2372

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The British science fiction series had a character, Victor Bergman (portrayed by Barry Morse), who had an artificial heart. He was able to modify its rate of operation with a wrist-worn device.

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Victor Bergman - Barry Morse

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