Clinical potential of hemodynamic ramp test by simultaneous echocardiography and right heart catheterization for aortic insufficiency in a patient with continuous-flow left ventricular assist device

In conclusion, a hemodynamic ramp test with simultaneous echocardiography and RHC was useful for the evaluation of the causal relationship between AI and low CO, and for selection of surgical treatment for AI in a patient with CF-LVAD.
Source: Journal of Artificial Organs - Category: Transplant Surgery Source Type: research