Unforeseen challenges of living with an LVAD

ConclusionsSimilar incidents could occur, as rates of hate crimes and support for racial profiling increase. Thus, this report calls for greater recognition of the challenge of living with the LVAD by clinicians, leading to better patient education and increased access to psychological therapy. There is also an avenue for national bodies to develop greater awareness of LVAD and improve access to psychological support.
Source: Heart and Lung: The Journal of Acute and Critical Care - Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research