Vnitr̆ní lékar̆ství
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Vnitr̆ní lékar̆ství · Jan 2010
[Right ventricular dysfunction after left ventricular assist device implantation].
The frequency of long-term left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation is increasing. Acute right ventricular dysfunction or right ventricular failure after LVAD implantation has important influence on morbidity and mortality. The aim of our study was to assess the management of right ventricular dysfunction after LVAD implantation. ⋯ After LVAD implantation there is a need for aggressive pharmacological, and in some cases mechanical, support of the right ventricular function to provide adequate blood flow to LVAD in order to minimize morbidity and mortality.