Particle embolization for the treatment of life-threatening epistaxis in a left ventricular assist device patient.
ASAIO J
; 61(1): 102-3, 2015.
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| ID: mdl-25248039
ABSTRACT
While epistaxis is self-limiting in most cases, patients who are anticoagulated are at increased risk for life-threatening hemorrhage. The management of epistaxis in patients with a left ventricular assist device is further complicated by an increased risk for hemodynamic instability. Here, we detail the successful treatment of massive epistaxis in a left ventricular assist device patient by endovascular particle embolization. We hope to increase awareness in the cardiovascular community of this minimally invasive, potentially life-saving procedure.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Epistaxe
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Coração Auxiliar
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Embolização Terapêutica
Limite:
Aged
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Female
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
ASAIO J
Assunto da revista:
TRANSPLANTE
Ano de publicação:
2015
Tipo de documento:
Article