Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2972335 | The Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation | 2008 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Tricuspid annular motion is a predictor of post-LVAD RV failure. Using tricuspid annular motion in addition to conventional criteria may aid in early identification of patients with prolonged inotropic support or severe RV failure and allow for better pre-operative planning.
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Authors
Sarinya MD, Karen K. MD, Charles T. MD, James A. MD, MS, Richard S. MD, Timothy S. ARNP, Daniel F. MD, PhD, Juan M. MD,