Longitudinal Effects of Left Ventricular Assist Device Implantation on Global and Domain-Specific Cognitive Function

Conclusions Implantation of an LVAD is associated with significant, nonlinear improvement in short-term memory and global cognitive function, with the most significant improvements occurring in the first 3 months after implantation. Clinicians should anticipate improvements in cognitive function after LVAD implantation and modify postimplantation education to maximize effectiveness of LVAD self-care.
Source: Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing - Category: Nursing Tags: ARTICLES: Cognitive Function in Heart Failure Source Type: research