Predicting post-LVAD outcome: Is there a role for cognition?

CONCLUSION: Cognitive performance was predictive of post-LVAD risk of stroke and death. Results are consistent with findings from other studies in non-LVAD samples and may reflect early signs of neurologic vulnerability. Further studies are needed to clarify the relationship between cognition and LVAD outcomes in order to optimize patient selection, management, and advanced care planning.
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Source: The International Journal of Artificial Organs - September 9, 2020 Category: Transplant Surgery Authors: Pavol MA, Boehme AK, Willey JZ, Festa JR, Lazar RM, Nakagawa S, Casida J, Yuzefpolskaya M, Colombo PC Tags: Int J Artif Organs Source Type: research