A comparison of quality-adjusted life years in older adults after heart transplantation versus long-term mechanical support: Findings from the SUSTAIN-IT study.

Kathleen L GradyMary Amanda DewFrancis D PaganiJohn A SpertusEileen HsichMelana YuzefpolskayaBrent LampertJames K KirklinMichael PettyAndrew KaoClyde YancyJustin HartupeeSalpy V PamboukianMaryl JohnsonMargaret MurrayTingqing WuAdin-Cristian Andrei

Published in: The Journal of heart and lung transplantation : the official publication of the International Society for Heart Transplantation (2024)

Determination of QALYs may provide important information for policy makers and clinicians to consider regarding benefits of HT and long-term MCS as treatment options for older patients with HF.

Keyphrases

physical activity
public health
healthcare
palliative care
mental health
middle aged
quality improvement
health information
atrial fibrillation
acute heart failure
simultaneous determination