Minimally invasive single-incision temporary biventricular assist device

Abstract

New short-term devices have been developed to allow percutaneous insertion. However, in some cases, open insertion becomes necessary. Less invasive insertion of short-term devices has been described previously, using two incisions. We present the case of a patient who underwent minimally invasive insertion of a biventricular device, using a single incision.

Heart Transplant after Mechanical Circulatory Support

“…It requires surgical intervention for its implant, in general, through a median sternotomy. However, some minimally invasive strategies have been proposed [19].…”