Presenter:  Simon Maltais, M.D., Ph.D.

Learning Objectives:

1.      Discuss the diversity of long-term complications associated with durable left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation.

2.      Analyze physiologic differences of available durable devices, and assess their potential impact on pump selection and patient-related outcomes.

3.      Measure the impact of anticoagulation in LVAD patients, risk of complications, and identify factors associated with pump thromboembolic events.

4.      Review the concept of hemocompatibility and hemocompatibility-related outcomes in patients implanted with durable devices.