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Insertion, Maintenance, and Removal of the Percutaneous Dual Lumen Cannula Right Ventricular Assist Device
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Insertion of a biventricular assist device.
Marius Berman, James Coleman1, Aleksandra Bartnik2
1Cardiothoracic Surgery Department, Royal Papworth Hospital, Cambridge, UK.
Multimedia Manual of Cardiothoracic Surgery : MMCTS
|January 5, 2021
Summary
This video shows how to implant a temporary biventricular assist device (BiVAD) to support patients with severe heart failure awaiting a heart transplant. The procedure ensures hemodynamic stability and allows early patient ambulation.
Area of Science:
- Cardiovascular Surgery
- Medical Device Technology
- Transplantation Medicine
Background:
- End-stage heart failure presents significant challenges, often requiring advanced mechanical circulatory support.
- Decompensated heart failure with elevated pulmonary pressures necessitates immediate and effective interventions.
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