| Left ventricular assist device-associated infections. | |
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PMID: 22284377 Owner: NLM Status: In-Data-Review |
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The left ventricular assist device (LVAD) is a mechanical pump that supplements or replaces the function of a damaged left ventricle. Although LVAD support is associated with improved survival and quality of life, infectious complications remain a major limitation. The authors examine the epidemiology of LVAD-associated infections and review current diagnostic, treatment, and management strategies. Novel evidence-based approaches to infection prevention remain critical because the number of patients receiving long-term mechanical support continues to burgeon. |
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Authors:
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Sophia Califano; Francis D Pagani; Preeti N Malani |
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Type: Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Infectious disease clinics of North America Volume: 26 ISSN: 1557-9824 ISO Abbreviation: Infect. Dis. Clin. North Am. Publication Date: 2012 Mar |
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Created Date: 2012-01-30 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 8804508 Medline TA: Infect Dis Clin North Am Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 77-87 Citation Subset: IM |
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Copyright © 2012 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. |
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Department of Internal Medicine, University of Michigan, 1500 East Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48109, USA. |
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