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Vinh Q Chau1, Estefania Oliveros2, Kiran Mahmood3
1Advocate Heart Institute, Advocate Christ Medical Center, Oak Lawn, Illinois, USA.
JACC. Case Reports
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Abstract:
Accurate device optimization of the Syncardia temporary total artificial heart is difficult while waiting for heart transplantation. In this challenging clinical cohort, using an implantable hemodynamic monitor (CardioMEMS HF system) can assist in volume and hemodynamic assessments. (Level of Difficulty: Advanced.).
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