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  • Cardiology
  • Surgical Technology
  • Medical Devices

Background:

  • Mechanical circulatory support, particularly left ventricular assist devices (LVADs), is increasingly used for congestive heart failure, exceeding heart transplants.
  • Modern LVADs are smaller and technologically advanced compared to older models.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and describe current minimally invasive surgical techniques for LVAD implantation, explantation, and exchange.
  • To highlight the benefits of minimally invasive approaches in LVAD procedures.

Main Methods:

  • Focus on state-of-the-art minimally invasive implantation techniques.
  • Discussion of the most common LVAD systems used in adult patients.

Main Results:

  • Minimally invasive surgery is now feasible for LVAD procedures due to device miniaturization and technological improvements.
  • These techniques lead to better surgical outcomes, including reduced rates of bleeding and wound infections.

Conclusions:

  • Minimally invasive techniques are becoming standard for LVAD procedures.
  • Continued LVAD miniaturization will further drive the adoption of these less invasive surgical approaches for heart failure treatment.