Late inflow or outflow obstruction requiring surgical intervention after HeartMate 3 left ventricular assist device insertion.
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DOI: 10.1093/icvts/ivaa158
Abstract: Inflow or outflow obstruction is a rare, but critical complication after HeartMate 3 left ventricular assist device implantation. We retrospectively reviewed 166 patients who underwent primary HeartMate 3 implantation at our centre between November 2014… read more here.
Keywords: obstruction; outflow obstruction; inflow outflow; heartmate left ... See more keywords
The HeartMate 3 left ventricular assist device as a strategy to bridge to transplant
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DOI: 10.1111/jocs.17063
Abstract: Recent changes in the market for left ventricular assist devices have resulted in the HeartMate 3 (HM3) being the only commercially‐available device. This study evaluates the outcomes of patients with a HM3 waitlisted for and… read more here.
Keywords: ventricular assist; heartmate left; device strategy; assist device ... See more keywords
A new tool for an explantation strategy of HeartMate 3™ left ventricular assist device.
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DOI: 10.21037/jtd.2018.04.57
Abstract: Although rare, recovery of cardiac function after mechanical support of the left ventricle is the most desirable therapeutic goal in the treatment of end-stage heart failure.Herein, we present a novel implantable device for explantation of… read more here.
Keywords: explantation; assist device; ventricular assist; heartmate left ... See more keywords