Surgical Strategy for Biventricular Assist Device Implantation after Previous Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting
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Published:2011-08-22
Issue:4
Volume:14
Page:258
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ISSN:1522-6662
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Container-title:The Heart Surgery Forum
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language:
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Short-container-title:HSF
Author:
Michel Sebastian,Schmitz Christoph,Ueberfuhr Peter,Bigdeli Amir K.,Wolf Manuel,Bruegger Christina,Schmauss Daniel,Weis Marion,Reichart Bruno,Sodian Ralf
Abstract
<p>In an aging population, numerous patients who underwent previous coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) are presenting with end-stage ischemic cardiomyopathy. Although redo CABG and cardiological interventions are possible treatment options, orthotopic heart transplantation remains an ultimate option for these patients. However, there is high morbidity and mortality on the waiting list, and mechanical circulatory support is a life-saving concept [Hetzer 2006; Taylor 2009].</p><p>We developed a simplified and safe technique for implantation of a biventricular assist device as a redo in complex patients after previous CABG and end-stage heart failure.</p>
Publisher
Carden Jennings Publishing Co.
Subject
Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine,Surgery,General Medicine