A reappraisal of the pharmacologic management of gastrointestinal bleeding in patients with continuous flow left ventricular assist devices
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DOI: 10.1007/s10741-020-10019-z
Abstract: Advancements in the design and functionality of continuous flow left ventricular assist devices (CF-LVADs), as well as a limited number of donor hearts, have resulted in an increased utilization of this therapy among advanced heart… read more here.
Keywords: flow left; gastrointestinal bleeding; assist devices; continuous flow ... See more keywords
Should subcutaneous implantable cardioverter-defibrillators be implanted in patients who are candidates for continuous flow left ventricular assist device?
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ejim.2017.05.004
Abstract: Interaction between continuous-flow left ventricular assist device (CF-LVAD) and implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) is a debated issue. Inappropriate therapy due to ICD and CF-LVAD interferences has been reported, and evidence of the safety and efficacy of… read more here.
Keywords: flow left; icd; continuous flow; ventricular assist ... See more keywords
Outcome of patients on heart transplant list treated with a continuous-flow left ventricular assist device: Insights from the TRans-Atlantic registry on VAd and TrAnsplant (TRAViATA).
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcard.2020.09.026
Abstract: BACKGROUND Geographic variations in management and outcomes of individuals supported by continuous-flow left ventricular assist devices (CF-LVAD) between the United States (US) and Europe (EU) is largely unknown. METHODS We created a retrospective, multinational registry… read more here.
Keywords: flow left; continuous flow; ventricular assist; support ... See more keywords
PREDICTORS AND IMPACT OF DE NOVO AORTIC REGURGITATION IN PATIENTS WITH CONTINUOUS FLOW LEFT VENTRICULAR ASSIST DEVICES
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DOI: 10.1016/s0735-1097(18)31228-2
Abstract: De novo continuous aortic regurgitation (AR) may occur during long term support with continuous flow left ventricular assist devices (LVAD) but the clinical implications are unclear. Echocardiographic images from consecutive patients who underwent LVAD implantation… read more here.
Keywords: aortic regurgitation; flow left; assist devices; continuous flow ... See more keywords
Propranolol for gastrointestinal bleeding in two patients with continuous flow left ventricle assist device
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DOI: 10.1093/ejcts/ezx455
Abstract: Patients with continuous-flow left ventricle assist devices are at risk for gastrointestinal bleeding from angiodysplastic bowel lesions. Neoangiogenesis secondary to von Willebrand factor degradation and increased vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) signalling is likely related… read more here.
Keywords: ventricle assist; flow left; left ventricle; gastrointestinal bleeding ... See more keywords
18F-FDG PET/CT in the Diagnosis and Management of Continuous Flow Left Ventricular Assist Device Infections: A Case Series and Review of the Literature
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DOI: 10.1097/mat.0000000000000552
Abstract: Implantable continuous flow left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) are increasingly used in end-stage heart failure treatment as a bridge-to-transplant and destination therapy (DT). However, LVADs still have major drawbacks, such as infections that can cause… read more here.
Keywords: diagnosis; flow left; fdg pet; continuous flow ... See more keywords
Intravenous Iron Repletion in Patients With Continuous-Flow Left Ventricular Assist Devices
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DOI: 10.1097/mat.0000000000001800
Abstract: Disorders of iron metabolism (DIM) and accompanying anemia afflict many patients with advanced heart failure with reduced ejection fraction (HFrEF) who are candidates for continuous-flow left ventricular assist device (CF-LVAD) support.1 Hemolysis, bleeding, and inflammation… read more here.
Keywords: intravenous iron; iron; ventricular assist; continuous flow ... See more keywords
Pulsatile Pressure Delivery of Continuous-Flow Left Ventricular Assist Devices Is Markedly Reduced Relative to Heart Failure Patients
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DOI: 10.1097/mat.0000000000001859
Abstract: Although continuous-flow left ventricular assist devices (CF-LVADs) provide an augmentation in systemic perfusion, there is a scarcity of in vivo data regarding systemic pulsatility on support. Patients supported on CF-LVAD therapy (n = 71) who… read more here.
Keywords: assist devices; heart failure; ventricular assist; continuous flow ... See more keywords
Pressure, Flow Rate and Operating Speed Characteristics of a Continuous Flow Left Ventricular Assist Device During Varying Speed Support
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DOI: 10.1109/access.2020.3009264
Abstract: Hydraulic performance of Continuous Flow Left Ventricular Assist Devices depends on their pressure head and flow rate relations. Hydraulic characteristics of these devices are expressed by pressure head and flow rate loops in a pulsatile… read more here.
Keywords: speed; flow; continuous flow; flow left ... See more keywords
Meta‐Analysis of Time in Therapeutic Range in Continuous‐Flow Left Ventricular Assist Device Patients Receiving Warfarin
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DOI: 10.1111/aor.13116
Abstract: Continuous-flow left ventricular assist devices (CF-LVADs) prolong survival in advanced heart failure patients. Anticoagulation control is critical in CF-LVAD patients due to increased thromboembolic and bleeding risk. We assessed the quality of INR control in… read more here.
Keywords: flow left; lvad patients; time therapeutic; continuous flow ... See more keywords
Clinical characteristics and outcomes of patients with ventricular arrhythmias after continuous‐flow left ventricular assist device implant
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DOI: 10.1111/aor.14234
Abstract: Abstract Background Ventricular arrhythmias (VAs) are observed in 25%–50% of continuous‐flow left ventricular assist device (CF‐LVAD) recipients, but their role on mortality is debated. Methods Sixty‐nine consecutive patients with a CF‐LVAD were retrospectively analyzed. Study… read more here.
Keywords: ventricular assist; mortality; continuous flow; ventricular arrhythmias ... See more keywords