| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2969929 | The Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation | 2015 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
In this large, CF-LVAD cohort, elevated SBP was independently associated with a greater risk of subsequent stroke. These results identify management of hypertension as a potential modifiable risk factor for reducing the incidence of stroke in patients supported by CF-LVAD.
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Authors
Michael E. MD, Anjan MD, David S. MD, Adam MD, Eric MS, Justin M. MD, MPHS, Akinobu MD, PhD, Scott C. MD, Gregory A. MD, Shane J. MD, MPHS,