A novel phonetic approach to continuous flow left ventricular assist device auscultation

With approximately 3000 new continuous flow left ventricular assist device (cf-LVAD) implants in the U.S. annually, clinical providers within a multitude of subspecialties of medicine are now faced with the multi-disciplinary care of these people both in-person or via tele-medicine.1 Although intimidating, it is important for providers to become familiar with the unique physical examination features of these devices. The dominant sound generated by cf-LVADs has generically been referred to (and taught) as a “hum”.

Source: Heart and Lung - July 2, 2021 Category: Intensive Care Authors: Faris G. Araj, Julie Cox, Alpesh A. Amin, Pradeep P.A. Mammen Source Type: research