Journal of cardiothoracic and vascular anesthesia
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J. Cardiothorac. Vasc. Anesth. · Jun 2022
Editorial CommentNot Your "Run-of-the-Mill" Mitral Regurgitation.
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J. Cardiothorac. Vasc. Anesth. · Jun 2022
ReviewA Review of Physiologic Considerations and Challenges in Pediatric Patients With Failing Single- Ventricle Physiology Undergoing Ventricular Assist Device Placement.
Advances in surgical techniques and outpatient cardiac care have led to a growing population of pediatric patients surviving well into adulthood with previous single-ventricle palliation. Continued improvement in survival has resulted in subsequent increases in the number of patients with single-ventricle physiology listed for heart transplantations. ⋯ Only limited published data exist describing the perioperative anesthetic management and key considerations dedicated to patients with failing single-ventricle physiology presenting for ventricular assist devices. This clinical review aims to provide a focused evaluation of the vital perioperative considerations encountered in this novel population.