Hemopump left ventricular support in the peripartum cardiomyopathy patient.
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.
Abou-Awdi
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Transplant Services, St Lukes Episcopal Hospital, Houston, Texas.
Joseph
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KA
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*