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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