Emerging LVAD Technology for the Use - Washington Hospital Center
Emerging LVAD Technology for the Use - Washington Hospital Center
Emerging LVAD Technology for the Use - Washington Hospital Center
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HeartWare MVAD<br />
Trans-Apical “MVAD”: Left Thoracotomy<br />
• Device in LV with inflow<br />
pointing toward apex<br />
• Outflow in ascending aorta<br />
• Benefits: very quick<br />
implantation, no outflow<br />
graft, no bypass<br />
• Questions: device in LV,<br />
aortic valve integrity