Abstract
A 73-year-old patient supported by a HeartMate II ventricular assist device (VAD) (Thoratec Corp, Pleasanton, CA) experienced erosion of the outflow graft caused by the disconnection of the bend relief. He underwent successful surgical repair.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | e97-e98 |
Journal | Annals of Thoracic Surgery |
Volume | 95 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Apr 2013 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine
- Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine