Cerebrovascular Events After Continuous-Flow Left Ventricular Assist Devices
ConclusionsLVADs are associated with high rates of CVE, increased mortality, and lower rates of heart transplantation. Further investigations to identify the optimal primary and secondary stroke prevention measures in post-LVAD patients are warranted.
Source: Neurocritical Care - Category: Neurology Source Type: research
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