In this Episode we discuss LVAD (Left ventricular assist Devices) with LVAD Specialist Nurse and Heart+Lung transplant Co-ordinator Philippa Doherty.

Topics covered in this episode;

• LVAD definition

• LVAD epidemiology

• Assessing an LVAD patient 

• Complications in LVAD patients 

• The unconscious + acutely unwell LVAD patient 

• Rhythm Management/Cardio-version/Defibrillation 

• Cardiac arrest considerations + management

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