Abstract
Factor VIIa might be a useful treatment for coagulopathy and massive hemorrhage following implantation of a mechanical circulatory assist device, but there is a theoretical risk of device thrombosis. To date this complication has not been reported. We describe the first case of clotting of a left ventricular assist device immediately after administration of factor VIIa.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 145-148 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Minerva Anestesiologica |
Volume | 74 |
Issue number | 4 |
Publication status | Published - 1 Apr 2008 |
Keywords
- Blood coagulation
- Factor VIIa
- Heart assist devices
- Thrombosis