Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2876926 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2011 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Selection of patients who can benefit from second-run support is a complex process with unpredictable results. Survival after second-run mechanical circulatory support in children is worse compared with single-run patients. Long-term prospects for survivors are so grim that this strategy should probably not be recommended.
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Authors
Lyubomyr MD, Yves MD, PhD, Derek RN, RSCN, Peta MD, Luca MD, Warwick MD,