Inflammation Mediated Fibrosis Is Regulated Through Distinct Gene-Gene Co-Expression Networks in the Failing Human Myocardium Before and After Left Ventricular Assist Device Support

Does the Utilization of a Temporary External Anchoring Suture Increase the Risk of Driveline Infection After Implantation of a Left Ventricular Assist Device M. Fudim,1 C.L. Brown,1 M.E. Davis,2 M. Djunaidi,2 M.R. Danter,3 F.E. Harrell,4 N.A. Haglund,1 S. Maltais .3 1Cardiovascular Medicine, Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Nashville, TN; 2Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Nashville, TN; 3Cardiac Surgery, Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Nashville, TN; 4Biostatistics, Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Nashville, TN.