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An LVAD (Left Ventricular Assist Device) is a device that helps pump blood out of the left heart or ventricle to the rest of your body. This mechanical pump is implanted in patients with heart failure. A controller and battery pack are worn outside the body and connected to the LVAD through a small port in the skin. Implanting an LVAD often requires an open-heart surgery that has some serious risks.
Procedure Name | Left Ventricular Assist Device |
Alternative Name | Mechanical Circulatory Support Device |
Conditions Treated | Heart Failure |
Benefits of Surgery |
Improved quality of life, Greater life expectancy, Lower the symptoms of heart failure |
Treated By | Cardiologist |
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There are different types of LVADs used during open-heart surgery. The parts of the LVADs may vary based on the type of device used, but the four main parts include:
The different types of LVADs include:
You may need an LVAD in the following situations:
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It is critical to make some lifestyle changes after the LVAD implant, which include:
You should also take some precautions after the LVAD implant, including:
An LVAD improves the blood flow to the body and improves the functions of the brain, liver, kidneys, and other body organs, thereby improving the patient’s ability to participate in Cardiac Rehabilitation Program. The other benefits of LVAD include:
The amount of time an LVAD supports you vary depending on the type of LVAD used and the indication of LVAD. While the newest LVADs are designed to last a few years, it cannot be known for certain how many years they can support the patient. Some patients may stay alive with an LVAD for more than five and a half years. In some cases, patients have even survived up to 13 years.
LVAD surgery has some serious complications. Some of the common risks include:
Call your healthcare professional if you experience the following symptoms:
Last Updated on: 7 November 2023
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