Key result
LVAD implantation in a patient with a mechanical mitral valve provided successful long-term support and avoided thrombosis.
Why the study?
Does LVAD implantation provide successful support and avoid thrombosis in a patient with a mechanical mitral valve?
Case Report (n=1)
Does LVAD implantation provide successful support and avoid thrombosis in a patient with a mechanical mitral valve?
LVAD implantation can be successfully performed in patients with a mechanical mitral valve, as continuous flow prevents valve thrombosis, potentially without the need for higher anticoagulation.
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Igor D. Gregorič (2015) conducted a case report in Mechanical mitral valve requiring LVAD support (n=1). LVAD implantation was evaluated on Successful long-term support and avoidance of thrombosis. LVAD implantation in a patient with a mechanical mitral valve provided successful long-term support and avoided thrombosis.
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