Unpredictable Mechanical Mitral Valve Leaflet Motion in a Patient With Continuous-Flow LVAD
The interaction between LVADs and mechanical valves can result in unexpected alterations in valve function and intracardiac hemodynamics, underscoring the need for individualized care. In select cases, conservative management may be appropriate.
Authors
- Wasi A. Khatri (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6189-3653)
- Sarah Fortna
- A. Hochstetler (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5543-3928)
- Roopa S Rao
Institutions
- Indiana University School of Medicine
- Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- JACC Case Reports
- Published
- 2025-10-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jaccas.2025.105710
- Primary Topic
- Mechanical Circulatory Support Devices
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00