Home > Term: left ventricular assist device (LVAD)
left ventricular assist device (LVAD)
A mechanical device placed in people with end-stage heart disease whose hearts do not pump a sufficient amount of blood to keep the body healthy (heart failure). The device aids in the pumping function of the blood.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Health care
- Category: Heart disease
- Company: WebMD
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