| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2970749 | The Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation | 2012 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Non-cardiac operations can be performed safely in patients with CF-LVADs. It may possible to reduce peri-operative bleeding by lowering pre-operative anti-coagulation goals, especially before major surgery. However, additional analysis is required to determine if this can be performed safely.
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Authors
Jeffrey A. MD, Gaetano MD, Hassan W. MD, Scott E. MD, Brent BA, Celeste T. MD, David E. MD, Cristina MD, Robert J. MD,