Year: 2022
Type: editorial
Abstract: Left ventricular assist device (LVAD) exchange remains a challenging procedure fraught with technical, anatomic, medical, hematologic, and logistical difficulties.1 The proportion of destination therapy LVAD implantations increases, and bridge to transplant patients are waiting longer for transplant. Accordingly, the number of patients at risk for needing exchange grows, and optimizing outcomes for this vulnerable population is more important than ever. Alternative approaches to LVAD exchange, such as thoracotomy, partial sternotomy, and subcostal, have yielded promising results in well-selected patients.
Source: JTCVS Techniques
Author: Frederick A. Tibayan
Institution: Oregon Health & Science University
Language: English
Subfield: Biomedical Engineering
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $2,205
OpenAlex ID: W4205874114