Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2970494 | The Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation | 2013 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
Pre-implant renal dysfunction predicts higher mortality after LVAD implant. The progressive reduction in survival with higher grades of renal dysfunction supports consideration of LVAD implant before cardiorenal syndrome is advanced. For patients with severe renal dysfunction and other major comorbidities, initial support with a temporary device while awaiting organ recovery before implanting a durable pump could be considered.
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Authors
James K. MD, David C. PhD, Robert L. MD, Francis D. MD, Susan L. BBA, Lynne W. MD, Michael M. MD, James B. MD,