Editorial commentary: Arrhythmias in patients with left ventricular assist devices: Pump fixed; rhythm … not so much

Left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) provide great benefit to patients with advanced systolic heart failure, including those awaiting heart transplantation. As there is a limited supply of donor hearts, increasing numbers of patients are supported by LVAD therapy for prolonged periods. As with most advances, LVADs carry with them both benefits and challenges.
Source: Trends in Cardiovascular Medicine - Category: Cardiology Authors: Source Type: research