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A thrombotic event in a HeartMate 3 patient in the setting of secondary polycythemia.

Authors :
Butt N
Sheikh FH
Source :
Proceedings (Baylor University. Medical Center) [Proc (Bayl Univ Med Cent)] 2022 May 19; Vol. 35 (5), pp. 695-696. Date of Electronic Publication: 2022 May 19 (Print Publication: 2022).
Publication Year :
2022

Abstract

HeartMate 3 left ventricular assist device implantation is an important treatment modality in patients with advanced heart failure. Polycythemia may predispose this population to adverse events. We present a case of a thrombotic event in a HeartMate 3 patient.<br /> (Copyright © 2022 Baylor University Medical Center.)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0899-8280
Volume :
35
Issue :
5
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Proceedings (Baylor University. Medical Center)
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
35991751
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/08998280.2022.2077012