Laparoscopic procedures in patients with cardiac ventricular assist devices

ConclusionsLaparoscopic abdominal procedures are safe and feasible in patients with LVADs. Although special consideration for bleeding and thrombotic risks, placement of ports and perioperative management is required, the presence of a LVAD itself should not be considered a contraindication for laparoscopic surgery and may in fact be the preferred method for access in these patients.
Source: Surgical Endoscopy - Category: Surgery Source Type: research