Temporary right ventricular support following left ventricle assist device implantation: a comparison of two techniques

CONCLUSIONS Temporary support of the failing RV after LVAD implantation using temporary vein and the pulmonary artery RVAD is a promising therapeutic option. This approach provides adequate LVAD pre- and afterload and is associated with significantly less thromboembolic complications.

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Source: Interactive CardioVascular and Thoracic Surgery - June 18, 2014 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Noly, P.-E., Kirsch, M., Quessard, A., Leger, P., Pavie, A., Amour, J., Leprince, P. Tags: Adult Cardiac Source Type: research