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Out of hospital management of LVAD patients during COVID-19 outbreak

Silvia Mariani1, Jasmin S Hanke1, Günes Dogan1

  • 1Department of Cardiothoracic, Transplantation and Vascular Surgery, Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany.

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|May 29, 2020
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The COVID-19 pandemic risks care for patients with left ventricular assist devices (LVADs). A new telemonitoring algorithm ensures continuous care and timely recognition of complications for these vulnerable patients.

Area of Science:

  • Cardiology
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Medical Technology

Background:

  • Patients with left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) have complex cardiovascular conditions requiring close monitoring.
  • The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted routine clinical care, increasing risks for LVAD patients.
  • Reduced healthcare access can lead to delayed complication recognition and misdiagnosis in LVAD patients.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To design a sustainable and adaptable telemonitoring algorithm for LVAD patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • To maintain optimal quality of care and mitigate risks associated with reduced clinical activity.
  • To address the challenges of remote patient management in a pandemic setting.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a telemonitoring algorithm tailored for LVAD patients.
  • Implementation within a large-scale LVAD program.
  • Focus on adaptability for widespread adoption across different LVAD centers.

Main Results:

  • The designed algorithm provides a sustainable framework for remote patient monitoring.
  • It facilitates the maintenance of high-quality care for LVAD patients.
  • The approach is adaptable to various LVAD programs, ensuring broader applicability.

Conclusions:

  • Telemonitoring is crucial for ensuring continuous care for LVAD patients during pandemics.
  • The developed algorithm offers a practical solution to maintain patient safety and well-being.
  • Adapting care models through technology is essential for managing vulnerable populations during health crises.

Keywords:
COVID-19coronavirusheart failureleft ventricular assist devicemechanical circulatory support

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