Left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) are used in end-stage heart failure. Inadequate positioning of the inflow cannula may necessitate replacement of the LVAD. We present the successful use of a three-dimensional printed model used to optimize surgical planning and allow for simulation and training for the LVAD exchange procedure.
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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10920099 | PMC |
http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jaccas.2023.102194 | DOI Listing |
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