Abstract
Mechanical circulatory support options remain limited for pediatric patients, especially neonates. The only U.S. Food and Drug Administration-approved pediatric device remains the Berlin Heart EXCOR, which unfortunately carries with it a 20-30% risk of neurologic complications, such as strokes. We demonstrate a new technique of direct echocardiographic color-Doppler imaging of the Berlin Heart valves to detect valve regurgitation. Increases in valve regurgitation could indicate issues with pump-valve thrombosis or increased afterload leading to valve insufficiency. Early recognition of valve thrombosis or insufficiency may reduce neurologic complications and lead to timely pump adjustments or replacement.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | E4-E6 |
Journal | ASAIO Journal |
Volume | 65 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Jan 1 2019 |
Keywords
- Berlin Heart
- echocardiography
- heart failure
- thrombus
- ventricular assist device
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Biophysics
- Bioengineering
- Biomaterials
- Biomedical Engineering