3D Printing for Left Ventricular Assist Device Exchange: Insights From Real-World Experience

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 traini...

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Published in:JACC. Case reports 2024-03, Vol.29 (5), p.102194
Main Authors: Giorgi, Juliana, Barbagelata, Alejandro, Luoma-Overstreet, Gracia, Kaplinsky, Edgardo, Jorge, Sergio do Carmo, Scanavacca, Mauricio, Scordamaglio, Paulo Rogério, Mentz, Robert John
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Language:English
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Summary: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.
ISSN:2666-0849
DOI:10.1016/j.jaccas.2023.102194