Factors defining occurrence of ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes during continuous flow left ventricular assist device support

ConclusionsIn addition to LVAD-related thrombogenicity, the subsequent need for anticoagulation, and an acquired von Willebrand syndrome, several clinical factors, such as deviation from the anticoagulation regimen, hypertension, COPD, device infections, and aortic cross clamping, appear to have an influence on the extremely high rate of postoperative ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes.

http://link.springer.com/10.1007/s11748-019-01190-8

Source: General Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - August 20, 2019 Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research