| Literature DB >> 23077383 |
Katherine Khvilivitzky1, Maria M Mountis, Gonzalo V Gonzalez-Stawinski.
Abstract
We report interruption of left ventricular assist device (VAD) support by way of outflow graft ligation and driveline excision while leaving the pump in situ. In this case, the indication for mechanical assist device separation was myocardial recovery, which occurred following 9 months of support. This case report demonstrates the feasibility of separating a patient from a VAD without the need for a major reoperative intervention.Entities:
Year: 2012 PMID: 23077383 PMCID: PMC3448574 DOI: 10.1080/08998280.2012.11928872
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Proc (Bayl Univ Med Cent) ISSN: 0899-8280