Is there a difference in bleeding after left ventricular assist device implant: centrifugal versus axial?

Abstract Background Continuous-flow left ventricular assist devices (CF-LVAD) have become the standard of care for patients with end stage heart failure. Device reliability has increased, bringing the potential for VAD, compared to transplant, into debate. However, complications continue to limit VA...

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Main Authors: Ann C. Gaffey, Carol W. Chen, Jennifer J. Chung, Jason Han, Christian A. Bermudez, Joyce Wald, Pavan Atluri
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-02-01
Series:Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13019-018-0703-z