Driving Pulseless: A driving survey of patients with LVADs and their providers

With the introduction of left ventricular assist devices (LVADs), the patient with advanced heart failure may experience extended and improved quality of life. This growing population is now raising unique questions for the medical community regarding limitations and safety. Of interest is the subject of driving with an LVAD. In 2012 the Canadian Cardiovascular Society indicated that stable patients supported with an LVAD may resume driving 2 months after implantation.1 However, no consensus recommendation currently exists for the United States ’ LVAD population.

Source: Journal of Cardiac Failure - February 9, 2019 Category: Cardiology Authors: Emily Seif Tags: Research Letter Source Type: research