Platelet Function and Sildenafil Use During Left Ventricular Assist Device Support

Clinical outcome studies have shown that sildenafil is associated with reduced mortality and thrombotic events such as ischemic stroke during contemporary left ventricular assist device (LVAD) support. Sildenafil has anti-platelet properties but its relation to platelet function during LVAD support is uncertain.

Source: The Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation - April 1, 2023 Category: Transplant Surgery Authors: O. Saeed, M. Farooq, T. Chinnadurai, J. Ramos, S. Patel, P. Chavez, Y. Rochlani, S. Murthy, J. Shin, S. Vukelic, D. Sims, D. Goldstein, U. Jorde Tags: (136) Source Type: research