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First Turkish experience with the MicroMed DeBakey VAD.

Deniz Suha Kucukaksu1, Erol Sener, Akif Undar

  • 1Cardiovascular Surgery Clinic at Turkiye Yuksek Ihtisas Hospital, Ankara, Turkey. kucukaks@ada.net.tr

Texas Heart Institute Journal
|June 18, 2003
PubMed
Summary

Ventricular assist devices (VADs) can bridge patients to heart transplantation. This study highlights VAD use in Turkey, noting benefits like adequate blood flow and potential for patient discharge, alongside crucial psychological support and monitoring needs.

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Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Medical Devices

Background:

  • End-stage heart failure necessitates advanced treatment options.
  • Mechanical circulatory support, such as ventricular assist devices (VADs), serves as a bridge to cardiac transplantation.
  • Idiopathic cardiomyopathy is a significant cause of end-stage heart failure.

Observation:

  • Three male patients with idiopathic cardiomyopathy received the MicroMed DeBakey VAD as a bridge to transplant.
  • Complications included bowel necrosis and pump thrombosis in two patients, while one patient successfully bridged to transplant.
  • This marked the first VAD implantations in Turkey.

Findings:

  • The DeBakey VAD provided adequate hemodynamic support during the bridging period.
  • Device simplicity, portability, and low infection rates facilitated patient discharge.

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  • Successful transplantation was achieved in two out of three patients.

    • Implications:

    • VADs are a viable option for bridging patients to heart transplantation.
    • Preoperative psychological assessment and postoperative support are critical for successful outcomes.
    • Close monitoring of coagulation and device function is essential to mitigate complications.