title: Hemopump left ventricular support in the peripartum cardiomyopathy patient.
abstract: The Hemopump temporary cardiac assist system underwent clinical trials within the United States from 1988 to 1991. Use of the device proved life-saving in providing left ventricular assistance for failing hearts. Presentation of a case study demonstrating the effects of Hemopump support is provided along with a detailed nursing care plan. A brief discussion of peripartum cardiomyopathy is also included.
authors.affiliation: Transplant Services, St Lukes Episcopal Hospital, Houston, Texas.
authors.forename: N L
authors.initials: NL
authors.lastname: Abou-Awdi
authors.forename: K A
authors.initials: KA
authors.lastname: Joseph
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D009202:Cardiomyopathies / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*; D002986:Clinical Trials as Topic; D004867:Equipment Design; D005260:Female; D016027:Heart Transplantation; D006353:Heart-Assist Devices; D006439:Hemodynamics; D006801:Humans; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D011644:Puerperal Disorders / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000628:therapy*