Point-of-Care Ultrasound in the Evaluation of Patients with Left Ventricular Assist Devices at the Emergency Department

Left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) can be used as a bridging therapy for myocardial recovery or cardiac transplant, as well as a destination therapy for long-term support in patients with advanced heart failure. Patients with LVADs can present to the emergency department (ED) for acute deterioration and emergency physicians (EPs) must be equipped with the necessary knowledge and skill to treat this unique population.
Source: The Journal of Emergency Medicine - Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Tags: Ultrasound in Emergency Medicine Source Type: research