| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5615758 | The Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation | 2017 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
Increasing pump speed by 800 rpm during sustained, low-intensity physical activity is safe and prolongs exercise duration in patients supported with a HeartMate II device. Automated pump speed increase during light exercise may contribute to improved quality of life by facilitating ADLs.
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Authors
Mette Holme MD, Brian MD, Stuart D. MD, Finn MD, PhD,