Patients with Fontan failure are high-risk candidates for heart transplantation and other advanced therapies. Understanding the outcomes following initial heart failure consultation can help define appropriate timing of referral for advanced heart failure care.
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Ricky was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) within the first year of his life. With the unyielding support of his mother, Rosie, he has defied the odds of a complex disease. From diagnosis to treatment, and now recovery, Ricky goes everywhere, experiencing life to the fullest.
Care Across State Lines: Ricky’s Journey to Life-Saving Surgery Read More »
Abstract Adult patients on left ventricular assist device (LVAD) support have increased morbidity and mortality after severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection. There are no reported clinical data
Check out the newest One Page Summary (OPS) featuring the PediMag™ & CentriMag™. This OPS includes an overview of the device’s pump settings, cannulation strategies, system components, bedside issues and backup equipment,
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Abstract We sought to develop a contemporary risk assessment tool for use in pediatric ventricular assist device (VAD) candidates to estimate risk for mortality on the device using readily available
Taking ACTION: A Prognostic Tool for Pediatric Ventricular Assist Device Mortality Read More »
You may recognize her as our homepage cover girl on the actionlearningnetwork.org website, but now all grown up, Sam is pursuing a biology and pre-med undergrad degree at Miami University. She wants to become a cardiologist to be able to deliver the same quality care she receive as a patient.
From ACTION Patient to Summer Intern: Sam’s Story Read More »
ACTION set forth to report current outcomes in patients supported with the HeartMate 3 ventricular assist device in a multicenter learning network.
Expanding Use of the HeartMate 3 VAD in Pediatric and Adult Patients within the ACTION Read More »
Check out the newest One Page Summary (OPS) featuring the Berlin Heart EXCOR® Active This OPS includes an overview of the device pump settings, system preferences, pump optimization, power sources, accessories, alarms
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Check out the newest One Page Summary (OPS) featuring the Abiomed Impella® This OPS includes an overview of the device size selection, system components, pump settings, waveforms, as well as highlighting anticoagulation,
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