Arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy: use of a left ventricular assist device as a bridge to transplantation?

2013 ◽  
Vol 16 (4) ◽  
pp. 498-500 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hani N. Mufti ◽  
Miroslaw Rajda ◽  
Jean-Francois Legare
Keyword(s):  
Right Ventricular ◽  
Left Ventricular Assist Device ◽  
Ventricular Assist Device ◽  
Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy ◽  
Left Ventricular ◽  
Bridge To Transplantation ◽  
Ventricular Cardiomyopathy ◽  
Assist Device ◽  
Ventricular Assist ◽  
Left Ventricular Assist

scholarly journals An unusual presentation of bradycardia, acidosis, and right ventricular dysfunction after left ventricular assist device implantation: A case report

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jennifer M Elia ◽  
◽  
Karen H Katrivesis ◽  
Ali A Naqvi ◽  
Fabio M Sagebin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Right Ventricular ◽  
Left Ventricular Assist Device ◽  
Ventricular Assist Device ◽  
Prediction Models ◽  
Early Recognition ◽  
Left Ventricular ◽  
Circulatory Support ◽  
Assist Device ◽  
Ventricular Assist ◽  
Left Ventricular Assist

Right Ventricular (RV) dysfunction is a common complication seen in 20-50% of patients after Left-Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) implantation. Although prediction models exist, it is challenging to prevent RV dysfunction and even more difficult to manage. Early recognition is crucial to determine the appropriate pharmacological therapies and decide if implementation of Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) is needed. Here, we present a case of RV dysfunction precipitated unexpectedly by a bradycardic episode. The RV dysfunction was refractory to traditional therapies but was successfully managed with right-sided MCS.

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