Mechanical circulatory support —Challenges, strategies, and preparations

ConclusionsHF incidence, prevalence, and undertreatment will grow as a result of new COVID ‐19‐related heart disease. ECMO should be reserved for highly selected cases of COVID‐19 with a reasonable probability of recovery. Special considerations are needed for patients with advanced HF, including those supported by durable LVADs.
Source: Journal of Cardiac Surgery - Category: Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Authors: Tags: Special Section: Cardiac Surgery Amid COVID 19 Source Type: research