Abstract
Left ventricular assist device (LVAD) pocket infection is a serious and potentially fatal complication. Not infrequently, the device erodes externally through the thoracoabdominal wall or internally into the peritoneum. In this article, we report two cases to illustrate the presentation and challenges associated with management of LVAD-pocket infection and wound necrosis. Afterward, we review the current therapeutic strategies for LVAD erosion.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 776-782 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Journal of Cardiac Surgery |
Volume | 28 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Nov 2013 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine
- Cardiology and Cardiovascular Medicine