| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5614455 | Journal of Cardiac Failure | 2016 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Age >70 years is an important consideration when assessing LVAD risk, but other correlates may be more predictive of LVAD survival. Older patients without renal dysfunction have survival similar to younger patients. Older patients should be counseled about age-correlated risks, including higher rates of GIB.
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Authors
Ju H. MD, Ramesh MD, Francis D. MD, PhD, Shashank S. MD, Nicholas A. MD, Shannon M. MD, MS, Simon MD, PhD, Keith D. MD, MS, John M. MD, PhD, Mary E. MS, Christopher T. MD, Jennifer A. MD, MS, Palak MD, MS,