Iranian Automated External Defibrillator
In today’s world, the global medical device market is not only a multi-billion-dollar industry but also a cornerstone of national health security. Countries that have achieved a degree of self-sufficiency in producing key medical equipment have reaped both economic and social benefits, enhancing public health standards. Despite currency challenges and import restrictions, Iran has made significant strides in this direction in recent years. A leading example is MadZist Fanavar International, a company focused on localizing advanced technologies, producing life-saving equipment such as Iranian Automated External Defibrillator (AEDs), portable ventilators, orthopedic and biologic implants, diagnostic kits, and other essential medical devices.
Dr. Mahdi Pesaran, CEO of MadZist, emphasizes:
“Our mission is not merely to manufacture a product or fill a domestic gap; we aim to create a technological infrastructure in Iran that prevents currency outflow, generates export value, and saves thousands of lives in critical situations.”
Global Importance of Automated External Defibrillators
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), approximately 17 million people worldwide die each year due to cardiovascular diseases, many from sudden cardiac arrest. International studies show that delivering an effective electric shock within the first three to five minutes after cardiac arrest can increase survival chances by up to 70%. This underscores the critical role of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs).
Countries like Japan, Germany, and the United States have long installed AEDs in public spaces, including airports, shopping centers, schools, and metro stations. Global experience demonstrates that public access to AEDs directly correlates with a significant reduction in sudden cardiac deaths.
Dr. Pesaran notes:
“Why shouldn’t an Iranian citizen have the same life-saving access in Tehran or Shiraz as someone in Tokyo or New York? By producing AEDs domestically, we aim to establish this health equity.”
MadZist Automated External Defibrillator: Features and Benefits
The MadZist AED incorporates state-of-the-art technology and offers several distinguishing features:
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Fully automatic and user-friendly: The device monitors the patient’s heart rhythm and only delivers a shock when necessary, making it safe for non-specialists.
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Support for adults and children: Adjustable energy levels from 50 to 270 joules accommodate different age groups.
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Multilingual audio and visual guidance, including Persian, providing step-by-step instructions for CPR and shock delivery.
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Data recording and storage: Clinical data can be recorded for several hours and transmitted to healthcare centers.
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Complete safety: The device only delivers shocks when required, making it safe for public use.
These capabilities make the AED suitable not only for hospitals but also for schools, offices, commercial centers, and emergency vehicles.
Other Key Products by MadZist Fanavar International
While the Iranian Automated External Defibrillator is the flagship product, MadZist’s portfolio extends across multiple vital medical technologies:
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Portable Ventilator LIVe:
Lightweight at 1.4 kg, suitable for crises, rescue, and home use. Turbo-fan technology allows operation without oxygen cylinders. A five-hour battery and smart error-control system ensure safety and simplicity. -
Orthopedic Implants (Austofix, IPmedical):
Includes intramedullary nails, distal radius plates, and DHS systems, reducing reliance on costly European and American imports. -
Biologic Implants:
Cell-free dermal matrices for breast reconstruction and collagen implants for hernia surgeries, applicable in general and reconstructive procedures. -
Rapid Diagnostic Kits:
Kits for infectious diseases, including COVID-19, playing a key role in epidemic management. -
Cardiovascular Equipment:
From aneurysm stents to coronary balloon catheters and vessel closure devices (Respendial).
Economic and Social Impact
MadZist’s entry into advanced medical device manufacturing has had multi-dimensional effects:
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Preventing currency outflow: Each imported AED costs several thousand dollars. Domestic production saves significant foreign exchange.
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Employment for local specialists: Biomedical engineers, biotechnologists, and software experts find opportunities within the company.
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Improved patient access: Iranian-made devices are far more affordable, expanding access to life-saving technology.
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Export potential: With compliance to international standards, MadZist products can enter regional and global markets.
Alignment with Global Trends
According to Markets and Markets (2023), the global AED market is projected to exceed $5 billion by 2030, driven by rising cardiovascular disease, aging populations, and demand for rapid emergency response.
Research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association indicates that widespread public AED deployment can raise post-cardiac-arrest survival rates from 8% to over 50%.
Dr. Pesaran emphasizes:
“We are moving in step with global trends. If developed countries have halved sudden cardiac deaths with AEDs, why shouldn’t Iran achieve the same? Domestic production of AEDs is a life-saving opportunity for thousands each year.”
Future Plans for MadZist Fanavar International
Looking ahead, the company aims to:
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Expand mass production of AEDs and ventilators.
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Enter Middle Eastern and Central Asian export markets.
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Broaden research collaborations with universities and scientific centers in Europe and Asia.
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Develop next-generation AI-based medical devices for rapid disease detection and treatment.
Conclusion
Under the leadership of Dr. Mahdi Pesaran, MadZist Fanavar International represents a national technological initiative in healthcare. The Iranian Automated External Defibrillator (AED) stands not only as a life-saving tool but as a symbol of Iran’s scientific and industrial capabilities. Combined with a diverse portfolio of portable ventilators, orthopedic and biologic implants, cardiovascular equipment, and diagnostic kits, the company is a key player in shaping the future of healthcare in Iran.
As Dr. Pesaran asserts:
“Public health is an invaluable asset that cannot be measured in foreign currency. Our duty is to leverage domestic knowledge, cutting-edge technology, and the dedication of young Iranians to create products that save lives and proudly represent Iran in the global medical device market.”
