Recurrent Early Thrombus Formation in HeartMate II Left Ventricular Assist Device
Left ventricular assist devices are becoming an established treatment for end-stage heart failure. In spite of their proven benefit, pump thrombosis remains a significant complication. Here we describe the challenging management of a patient with recurrent pump thrombosis.
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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SAGE Publishing
2013-05-01
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| Series: | Journal of Investigative Medicine High Impact Case Reports |
| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1177/2324709613490676 |
| Summary: | Left ventricular assist devices are becoming an established treatment for end-stage heart failure. In spite of their proven benefit, pump thrombosis remains a significant complication. Here we describe the challenging management of a patient with recurrent pump thrombosis. |
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| ISSN: | 2324-7096 |