Third-Generation Continuous Flow Left Ventricular Assist Devices
2010 ◽
Vol 5
(4)
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pp. 250-258
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Keyword(s):
Tremendous advances have been made in the treatment of end-stage heart failure patients with left ventricular assist devices (LVADs). An important factor playing a role in the improved clinical outcomes is the development of continuous flow, rotary LVADs. New technology using magnetic levitation and hydrodynamic suspension to eliminate contact bearings offers the potential of more durable and efficacious mechanical circulatory blood pumps. Clinical trials evaluating these novel “third-generation” LVADs are in progress.
2007 ◽
Vol 26
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pp. S253
2010 ◽
Vol 5
(4)
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pp. 250-258
2016 ◽
Vol 35
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pp. 1024-1030
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Vol 140
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pp. 447-452
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Vol 67
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pp. 2343
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Vol 34
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pp. 522-529
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