| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2971977 | The Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation | 2009 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
A lower BMI indicated a poor prognosis, as well as a higher incidence of a fatal complication, sepsis, after LVAS implantation. Control of BMI could be an effective way to improve management of patients with LVAS.
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Authors
Akiko MD, PhD, Kiyoharu Fujita, Kaori Uenomachi, Keiichi Kazama, Mayumi RN, Kyoichi BS, Nobue BS, Koji Arai, Yumiko RN, Syuji Hashimoto, Takeshi MD, PhD, Soichiro MD, PhD,