Oxy ‐RVAD support for lung transplant in the absence of inferior vena cava

In this report, we describe a patient with congenital absence of the inferior vena cava undergoing lung transplantation who required perioperative cardiopulmonary support. A percutaneous dual lumen cannula, Protek Duo, was connected in an Oxy ‐RVAD configuration to provide right ventricular and oxygenation support both intraoperatively and postoperatively to this patient.
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Tags: CASE REPORT Source Type: research