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An Isolated Working Heart System for Large Animal Models
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An Isolated Working Heart System for Large Animal Models

Published on: June 11, 2014

Big help for small hearts

Michael L Schmitz1, DeeAnn Martin, Trenda D Ray

  • 1University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, School of Medicine, Department of Anesthesiology, Arkansas Children's Hospital, USA. schmitzmichaell@uams.edu

The Journal of the Arkansas Medical Society
|September 28, 2005
PubMed

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The ACH Heart Center offers comprehensive care for children with heart conditions. They provide direct patient care and support to physicians across Arkansas and surrounding states.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Cardiology
  • Congenital Heart Disease Management

Background:

  • The ACH Heart Center serves as a vital resource for pediatric cardiovascular health.
  • It addresses both congenital and acquired heart conditions in infants and children.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the services and support offered by the ACH Heart Center.
  • To highlight the collaborative approach in pediatric cardiac care.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive clinical services for pediatric heart disease.
  • Support and consultation for referring physicians.

Main Results:

  • Integrated care model for pediatric cardiac patients.
  • Extensive network of support for healthcare providers in the region.

Conclusions:

  • The ACH Heart Center provides essential, specialized care for children with heart conditions.
  • It enhances the capacity of pediatric and primary care physicians to manage complex cardiac cases.

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