Abstract and Introduction Education for Treatment of LVAD Recipients Emerging Issues Surrounding LVAD Recipients Conclusion References The driveline exits the abdomen and attaches to the system ...

including an external drive system with a portable power pack option. The Novacor LVAD device requires systemic anticoagulation to prevent thromboembolism (risk: 5–7%). The incidence of primary ...

An FDA alert warned of problems with some Mobile Power Units of the HeartMate II and HeartMate 3 left ventricular assist devices. Medtronic's thin OmniaSecure defibrillation lead got FDA approval ...

4D model-guided cardiac resynchronization lead placement improved left ventricular function vs. standard care. Quality of life and physical function were not significantly different between the ...

“I just knew something was wrong.” Dr. Jerome Thomas and Micah Wesley sit down with KXAN to talk about LVAD. (Photo by Frank Martinez) Doctors told her the only option left was a Left ...