Aortic Insufficiency Following Left Ventricular Assist Device Implantation: Predictors and Outcomes

ConclusionsAlthough a minority of patients supported with an LVAD develop significant AI, this risk is increased in those with mild AI preoperatively. This finding, in conjunction with the increased mortality risk once significant AI develops, suggests that closer follow-up and management of LVAD patients with mild preoperative AI may be prudent.
Source: The Annals of Thoracic Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Source Type: research