Abstract
Left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) are systems for mechanical support for patients with end-stage heart failure. Preoperative, postoperative and comprehensive followup with transthoracic echocardiography has a major role in LVAD patient management. In this paper, we will present briefly the hemodynamics of axial-flow LVAD, the rationale, and available data for a complete and organized echocardiographic assessment in these patients including preoperative assessment, postoperative and long-term evaluation.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 187434 |
Journal | Cardiology Research and Practice |
Volume | 1 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2011 |
Externally published | Yes |