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Is it time to stop living in a HeartMate II world?
- Source :
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Journal of Heart & Lung Transplantation . Nov2023, Vol. 42 Issue 11, p1621-1626. 6p. - Publication Year :
- 2023
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Abstract
- Despite improving outcomes with modern pump technology, left ventricular assist device (LVAD) utilization for patients with end-stage heart failure (HF) has declined significantly in the preceding half-decade. Here, we examine this trend, noting an inherent contradiction in the declining utilization of an improving therapeutic option. We propose a series of provocative questions as a "call to action" for the field of advanced HF to consider both scientifically and clinically, focusing on our evaluation parameters for LVAD candidacy, our approach to dichotomous LVAD vs transplant decisions, and our current management paradigms. We conclude that modernization in these areas to match the advantages of modern pump technology is required to best serve patients with advanced HF. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
- Subjects :
- *HEART assist devices
*HEART failure patients
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 10532498
- Volume :
- 42
- Issue :
- 11
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Heart & Lung Transplantation
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 172978608
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.healun.2023.07.014