title: A rapid method for determining the need for mechanical support of the right ventricle.
abstract: Right ventricular failure following cardiac surgery must be rapidly diagnosed and treated to minimize injury to the heart. Switching from aortic to pulmonary artery perfusion during cardiopulmonary bypass is a method of rapidly testing the adequacy of right ventricular function and supporting the ventricle if necessary. A centrifugal pump has been used for long-term support for two cases managed in this manner.
authors: Department of Surgery, West Jefferson Medical Center, Marrero, LA.
authors: M J
authors: MJ
authors: O'Neill
authors: A M
authors: AM
authors: Chrostowski
authors: L H
authors: LH
authors: Harrison
mesh_terms: D001243:Assisted Circulation; D001794:Blood Pressure; D002303:Cardiac Output, Low / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*; D006348:Cardiac Surgical Procedures / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006352:Heart Ventricles; D006353:Heart-Assist Devices; D006801:Humans