Particle image velocimetry study of the celiac trunk hemodynamic induced by continuous-flow left ventricular assist device

Left ventricular assist device (LVAD) is the gold-standard treatment for end-stage heart failure in patients, who are not eligible for heart transplantation [1,2]. In patients with refractory heart failure, LVAD has evolved into a permanent or destination therapy [3,4]. Although outcomes after LVAD implantation have significantly improved in the last year [5], the understanding of hemodynamic alterations induced by the LVAD into the aorta, especially if support is provided by a continuous flow pump system, has to be elucidated.
Source: Medical Engineering and Physics - Category: Biomedical Engineering Authors: Source Type: research