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Introduction The use of long-term mechanical circulatory support (MCS), predominately in the form of ventricular assist devices (VADs), has undergone a major transformation in the past 15 years. In the early 2000s, device use was uncommon. Support was typically for…

Coarctation and Interrupted Aortic Arch

Introduction Coarctation derives from the Latin term coartatio , which translated literally means “a drawing together.” Aortic coarctation, therefore, indicates a narrowing at some point along the course of the aorta. When used in the context of the congenitally malformed…

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Chronic Mechanical Circulatory Support

Coarctation and Interrupted Aortic Arch