Aortic valve thrombosis after implantation of temporary left ventricular assist device.
The use of assist devices for ventricular support after myocardial infarction with cardiogenic shock has become common practice. Thrombosis, bleeding, and infection are common complications. However, native valve thrombosis is a rare complication. We present a case of aortic valve thrombosis after implantation of a left ventricular assist device (LVAD) treated with thrombus removal at time of device exchange.
Crestanello
Juan A
JA
Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, The Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital, The Ohio State University Medical Center, Columbus, OH 43210, USA. juan.crestanello@osumc.edu
Orsinelli
David A
DA
Firstenberg
Michael S
MS
Sai-Sudhakar
Chittoor
C
D000328:Adult; D001021:Aortic Valve / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery; D020878:Device Removal; D017548:Echocardiography, Transesophageal; D004867:Equipment Design; D006349:Heart Valve Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery; D006353:Heart-Assist Devices / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012086:Reoperation; D012770:Shock, Cardiogenic / Q000601:surgery*; D017131:Thrombectomy; D013927:Thrombosis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery; D016896:Treatment Outcome