The Journal of surgical research
Prehospital Experience With Left Ventricular Assist Devices.
Emily L Larson, Reed Jenkins, Alexandra Rizaldi, Raymond Zhang, John Thompson, Ruben Troncoso, Asa Margolis, Ahmet Kilic
Published: 202510.1016/j.jss.2025.11.049
Abstract
INTRODUCTION: Advancements in the heart failure armamentarium have increased left ventricular assist device (LVAD) use, including in emergency medical services (EMS). MATERIALS AND METHODS: We performed a retrospective review of patients with LVADs t…
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