By using PV loops as a feedback mechanism, one can optimize a patient’s hemodynamic state resulting from acute or long-term mechanical circulatory support. Quantitative measures of ventricular energetics, diastolic function, and dyssynchrony provide a comprehensive assessment of hemodynamic function tailored specifically to that patient.
This video showcases left ventricular unloading by a percutaneous left ventricular assist device (pVAD).
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