A method and implantation tools for placing a transventricular splint including a tension member. The method includes gaining access to the patients hearts and identifying entry or exit points for the tension member, marking those locations and delivering the tension member. Anchors for the tension member are also delivered. The length of the tensions member is measured and the walls of the heart drawn together. The pads art secured to the tension member and the tension member is trimmed to length. The pads are secured to the heart surface.
