there has been increasing attention on pediatric VAD. A thorough understanding of VAD biomechanics is a prerequisite to good outcomes. In this article, we have reviewed biomechanical features of ...

Following VAD implantation, children with congenital heart disease are significantly more likely to have major adverse events.

This approach illustrates the potential of VADs to enhance outcomes in complex pediatric cases. Ventricular Assist Device (VAD): A mechanical pump that supports heart function and blood flow in ...

Advocate Children's Hospital formally launched its pediatric heart transplant program at the Oak Lawn hospital today, having ...

Pictured: A Pediatric Ventricular Assist Device (PVAD) under development to augment blood flow from the native ventricle to mechanically support the systemic circulation in patients with single ...

In general, a pulsatile VAD is paracorporeal ... Berlin reported their first experience with this assist system in the pediatric population. Seven children (6–16 yr old) received it as a ...