“Ventricular assist device?”
Can a 34 year old man with congestive heart failure and ejection fraction of 10% or less receive the LVAD?
Male | 34 years old
Conditions: congestive heart failure
2 Answers
Cardiologist|AdvancedHeartFailureandTransplantCardiologyCardiologist
Left ventricular assist device is indicated for patients with extremely weak heart muscle where no other options are available. This device can be used as a bridge to heart transplant or can be used permanently. You should be a good candidate for LVAD. Consult with your cardiologist.
Yes.
