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Utilizing Percutaneous Ventricular Assist Devices in Acute Myocardial Infarction Complicated by Cardiogenic Shock
Published on: June 12, 2021
Current use of the EXCOR pediatric ventricular assist device
Roosevelt Bryant1, Marie Steiner, James D St Louis
1Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Section, The University of Minnesota Amplatz Children's Hospital, Minneapolis, MN 55455, USA. rbryanti@umn.edu
Journal of Cardiovascular Translational Research
|September 8, 2010
Summary
The Berlin Heart EXCOR ventricular assist device offers versatile mechanical circulatory support for pediatric patients. This review covers its use for cardiac transplantation, recovery, or extended support when transplant needs are uncertain.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Cardiology
- Mechanical Circulatory Support
Background:
- The Berlin Heart EXCOR ventricular assist device is widely used in pediatric populations in Europe and the USA.
- Its versatility allows for patient-specific tailoring, making it suitable for children.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the clinical applications of the Berlin Heart EXCOR ventricular assist device in pediatric patients.
- To explore its utility as a bridge to cardiac transplantation, bridge to recovery, and bridge to bridge implantation.
Main Methods:
- This is a review article.
- It synthesizes existing clinical data and literature on the Berlin Heart EXCOR device.
Main Results:
- The Berlin Heart EXCOR is a versatile device adaptable to pediatric needs.
- It serves multiple roles including bridge to transplant, bridge to recovery, and bridge to bridge strategies.
Conclusions:
- The Berlin Heart EXCOR ventricular assist device is a crucial tool for managing pediatric heart failure.
- Its adaptability supports diverse clinical scenarios, improving outcomes for pediatric patients requiring mechanical circulatory support.
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