In this Episode we discuss LVAD (Left ventricular assist Devices) with LVAD Specialist Nurse and Heart+Lung transplant Co-ordinator Philippa Doherty.
Topics covered in this episode;
- LVAD definition
- LVAD epidemiology
- Assessing an LVAD patient
- Complications in LVAD patients
- The unconscious + acutely unwell LVAD patient
- Rhythm Management/Cardio-version/Defibrillation
- Cardiac arrest considerations + management
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