| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2883479 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2006 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Earlier implantation of VADs, heparin coating of the blood pumps, and substantial modifications in cannula design, anticoagulation, and the coagulation monitoring regimen have led to a significant increase in the survival and discharge rate, especially among children under 1 year of age. The pediatric size Berlin Heart Excor VAD is a valuable option as a bridge to heart transplantation or recovery for children suffering from cardiogenic shock.
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Authors
Roland MD, PhD, Evgenij V. MD, Brigitte MD, PhD, Yuguo MD, PhD, Michael MD, Julia MD, Vladimir MD, PhD, Matthias MD, Frank ECCP, Friedrich Dipl Eng, Ewald PhD,