A Simple Method of Creating LVAD Outflow Tract Aortic Anastomosis
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https://doi.org/10.1532/hsf.842Abstract
Left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation is frequently complicated by intraoperative and postoperative bleeding, particularly at the aortic anastomosis site. Many modifications of the anastomosis have been attempted. We describe a simple method to anastomose the LVAD outflow tract to the ascending aorta with minimal bleeding and a short anastomosis time.References
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2005-02-02
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Kukuy, E. L., Goldstein, D. J., Rao, V., Edwards, N. M., & Naka, Y. (2005). A Simple Method of Creating LVAD Outflow Tract Aortic Anastomosis. The Heart Surgery Forum, 6(1), 53-54. https://doi.org/10.1532/hsf.842
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