| Literature DB >> 22269746 |
Aron Frederik Popov1, Morteza Tavakkoli Hosseini, Bartlomiej Zych, Andre Ruediger Simon, Toufan Bahrami.
Abstract
The HeartWare left ventricular assist device (LVAD) is a new addition to the family of second-generation continuous-flow LVADs. The miniaturized dimensions of the HeartWare LVAD provide the opportunity for its safe implantation through nonsternotomy incisions. We present our technique for HeartWare LVAD implantation through bilateral anterior thoracotomy incisions. This technique has proved to be safe and reproducible, with good clinical outcome.Mesh:
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Year: 2012 PMID: 22269746 DOI: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2011.09.055
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Ann Thorac Surg ISSN: 0003-4975 Impact factor: 4.330