Destination Therapy.
The use of a left ventricular assist device (LVAD) as a permanent treatment for end-stage heart failure in patients who are not candidates for heart transplant. The device remains implanted for the rest of the patient's life.
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What is destination therapy?
The use of a left ventricular assist device (LVAD) as a permanent treatment for end-stage heart failure in patients who are not candidates for heart transplant. The device remains implanted for the rest of the patient's life.
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