Successful explantation of children from the Berlin Heart EXCOR® ventricular assist device: A systematic review.

Matthew F MikulskiSwati IyerAndrew WellCarlos M MeryW Richard OwensLauren D GlassChesney D CastleberryCharles D Fraser

Published in: Artificial organs (2024)

Explantation from BHE is not uncommon at 8.6%, but significant variation exists in the explantation data reported. Myocarditis and LVAD support may be populations suitable for weaning. Standardization of reporting measures and prospective registries may help identify patients suitable for this alternative to transplant and help develop weaning protocols.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
heart failure
mechanical ventilation
chronic kidney disease
ejection fraction
young adults
prognostic factors
peritoneal dialysis
left ventricular
electronic health record
big data
intensive care unit
patient reported
genetic diversity
data analysis
catheter ablation