title: Mechanical Circulatory Support in Children.
abstract: The field of pediatric mechanical circulatory support has undergone a significant evolution with the advent of devices designed for children and the implementation of new strategies for deployment. With the ongoing shortage of organs the demand for new devices specifically designed for children will only increase. This review discusses the evolution of mechanical circulatory support, available devices, and the implementation of new strategies for their deployment.
authors.affiliation: Division of Congenital Heart Surgery, Texas Children's Hospital Assistant Professor, Department of Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX. 6621 Fannin st. Houston, Tx, 77030 United States of America. ixadachi@texaschildrens.org.
authors.forename: Iki
authors.initials: I
authors.lastname: Adachi
authors.forename: Robert D B
authors.initials: RD
authors.lastname: Jaquiss