A simple method of creating LVAD outflow tract aortic anastomosis. Academic Article uri icon

Overview

abstract

  • Left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation is frequently complicated by intraoperative and postoperative bleeding, particularly at the aortic anastomosis site. Many modifications of the anastomosis have been attempted. We describe a simple method to anastomose the LVAD outflow tract to the ascending aorta with minimal bleeding and a short anastomosis time.

publication date

  • January 1, 2002

Research

keywords

  • Cardiac Surgical Procedures
  • Heart-Assist Devices
  • Suture Techniques

Identity

Scopus Document Identifier

  • 0037253390

PubMed ID

  • 12611733

Additional Document Info

volume

  • 6

issue

  • 1