| Use of a single-circuit CentriMag(R) for biventricular support in postpartum cardiomyopathy. | |
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PMID: 23104581 Owner: NLM Status: Publisher |
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Peripartum cardiomyopathy (PPCM) is defined by acute heart failure in the late stages of pregnancy to a few months postpartum. Cardiogenic shock in PPCM, though rare, can be life-threatening, often requiring support with mechanical circulatory support devices. We present a case of 37-year-old Caucasian female who developed cardiogenic shock within 24 hours of the delivery of her twins. The echocardiogram demonstrated severe biventricular failure which necessitated biventricular device placement and support with a CentriMag® centrifugal pump. This biventricular support was employed, using a single-circuit CentriMag® pump, using a 'Y' connection which made weaning from right-sided support and conversion to univentricular support easier and feasible. The patient recovered four weeks later and was explanted off the CentriMag® support and did well. This technology allows for the CentriMag® to be considered as an early option for biventricular support in the treatment and management of these patients as a bridge to recovery. |
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A Aggarwal; S Modi; S Kumar; C Korrapati; A Tatooles; Ps Pappas; G Bhat |
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Type: JOURNAL ARTICLE Date: 2012-10-25 |
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Title: Perfusion Volume: - ISSN: 1477-111X ISO Abbreviation: Perfusion Publication Date: 2012 Oct |
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Created Date: 2012-10-29 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 8700166 Medline TA: Perfusion Country: - |
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Languages: ENG Pagination: - Citation Subset: - |
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1Center for Heart Transplant and Assist Devices, Advocate Christ Medical Center, Oak Lawn, IL, USA. |
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