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- Patient survival is achievable in cases of biventricular thrombosis.
- Mechanical support can play a crucial role in stabilizing patients.
- Following stabilization, cardiac transplantation is a viable treatment option for recovery.
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Patient survival from biventricular thrombosis is possible using mechanical support followed by cardiac transplantation.
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