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May 9, 2026Journal of Cardiothoracic SurgeryOpen Access

Left ventricular assist devices and right heart dysfunction: a review of impact mechanisms, evaluation methods, and prevention and management

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ZFZhiwei FanPZPengyu ZhouSLShiliang Li

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Overview

This review evaluates the mechanisms and management of right heart dysfunction in patients with LVADs, suggesting improved outcomes.

Key Points

  • The review aims to systematically analyze the relationship between LVADs and right heart function, emphasizing evaluation and management strategies.
  • Comprehensive literature review of LVADs and right heart function
  • Focus on evaluation methods and impact mechanisms
  • Discussion of prevention and management strategies including emerging technologies
  • Comprehensive evaluation is crucial for predicting postoperative right heart dysfunction risk.
  • Impact mechanisms include changes in preload, afterload, and ventricular interdependence.
  • Emerging technologies such as improved LVAD designs and personalized medicine show promise for reducing right heart dysfunction.

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Fan et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69fecf49b9154b0b82876423https://doi.org/10.1186/s13019-026-04003-1
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