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Mechanical circulatory support using modified TandemHeart ventricular assist device in neonates with CHD
Shamsur Chowdhury1, Tanya Chadha1, Mark Fafard2
11Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care,Wolfson Children's Hospital,Jacksonville, FL,USA.
Abstract:
TandemHeart, an adult ventricular assist device, is also being used in children for mechanical circulatory support. In this case series, we describe our experience using TandemHeart ventricular assist device with a modified circuit to provide mechanical circulatory support in three neonates for multiple indications. TandemHeart ventricular assist device with a modified circuit can be used successfully to provide extracorporeal support to neonates with complex CHD.
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