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Ahmed Kazem1, Timothy George2, Aasim Afzal1
1Department of Cardiology, Baylor Scott & White, The Heart Hospital-Plano, Plano, Texas, USA.
JACC. Case Reports
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Summary
Left ventricular assist device (LVAD) patients can develop serious aortic root thrombi. A novel percutaneous aspiration thrombectomy successfully treated a patient with this complication, offering a viable option for high-risk individuals.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Medical Devices
- Interventional Cardiology
Background:
- Left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) are crucial for advanced heart failure management.
- Aortic root thrombus is a serious complication associated with LVADs.

