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Physiology of continuous-flow pumps.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  22290090     Owner:  NLM     Status:  In-Data-Review    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
The use of mechanical pumps for circulatory support started in the mid-1950s. The evolution of these devices has led to the present-day use of continuous-flow pumps to take over the function of a patient's failing heart. The physiology associated with rotary blood pump use is quite different from normal cardiovascular physiology. Clinicians caring for patients who are supported by rotary blood pumps must have an understanding of the differences in physiology, monitoring methods, and unique complications associated with the use of these pumps.
Authors:
Dawn M Christensen
Publication Detail:
Type:  Journal Article    
Journal Detail:
Title:  AACN advanced critical care     Volume:  23     ISSN:  1559-7776     ISO Abbreviation:  AACN Adv Crit Care     Publication Date:  2012 Jan 
Date Detail:
Created Date:  2012-01-31     Completed Date:  -     Revised Date:  -    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  101269322     Medline TA:  AACN Adv Crit Care     Country:  United States    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  46-54     Citation Subset:  N    
Affiliation:
Dawn M. Christensen is the owner of Innovative Program Solutions, LLC, 66 Cardinal Rd, Pine Grove, PA 17963 (dchriste1@comcast.net).
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