Long-term ventricular assist devices in current clinical practice

Long-term ventricular assist devices in current clinical practice.

Percutaneous ventricular assist devices: clinical evidence

Efficient therapy of cardiogenic shock and optimal protection in high-risk p ercutaneous coronary intervention are still orphaned to ideal management. Intra-aortic b alloon pump and the newer percutaneous ventricular assist devices, such as TandemHeart and Impella Recover LP 2.5, have diversified the therapeutic arsenal with which one can tackle these clinical dilemmas. This article describes t...

Implantation of Short-Term and Long-Term Right Ventricular Assist Devices

The last decade has seen considerable growth in the use of left ventricular assist devices (LVAD), in end-phase heart failure treatment. The indications, contraindications and implantation techniques are well-defined. However, information about mechanical support for right ventricular failure is lacking. The aim of this communication is to present alternative techniques for implantation of shor...

Current Trends in Implantable Left Ventricular Assist Devices

The shortage of appropriate donor organs and the expanding pool of patients waiting for heart transplantation have led to growing interest in alternative strategies, particularly in mechanical circulatory support. Improved results and the increased applicability and durability with left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) have enhanced this treatment option available for end-stage heart failure ...

Left Ventricular Assist Devices.