Left Ventricular Assist Device Implantation in Mumbai, India

LVAD - Left Ventricular Assist Device Implantation

LVAD, Left Ventricular Assist Device, is a mechanical pump placed inside patients with heart failure. The LVAD helps the left ventricle pump blood to the aorta and the body. Since it assists the left ventricle in pumping blood, it is called a left ventricular assist device. The LVAD works with the heart to pump blood, maintaining optimal blood flow.

The LVAD implant procedure is a temporary/permanent measure that allows a patient on the transplant list to lead a regular life until they receive a donor’s heart. It gives patients energy to exercise and perform daily tasks without experiencing shortness of breath and fatigue. The doctors and healthcare team will evaluate the patient and run tests such as ECG, chest x-ray and cardiac echo to ascertain if left ventricular assist device implantation procedure is the correct treatment for them.

Risks: Blood clots leading to stroke, infections, bleeding, LVAD power failure, and right-side heart failure.
Procedure Duration: 4-6 hours
Recovery Time: 1 month

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Who Needs LVAD?

Patient with damaged left ventricle who are strong enough to undergo surgery need the mechanical pump
Patient with heart failure who are waiting for a heart transplant.
Patient who need heart surgery and may require time to recover
Patient who aren't eligible for a heart transplant

Factors that may affect your eligibility for LVAD implantation

Severe infection
Serious brain injury
Right heart failure

If you are currently on a transplant list and require an LVAD, we encourage you to seek out the expertise of a skilled heart surgeon capable of performing left ventricular assist device implantation In Mumbai, India.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What are the risk factors of ventricular assist device implantation?

Implantation of a ventricular assist device (VAD) is a complex surgical procedure with certain inherent risks. Listed below are some of the risk factors that may increase the likelihood of complications during or after the surgery:

Advanced age.
Pre-existing medical conditions such as kidney or liver disease and severe heart failure.
Bleeding and blood clots.
Stroke and infection.

So, before you have a VAD implanted, it is necessary to identify and manage these risk factors as they can improve the chances of surgical outcomes.

2. What kind of medications are required post surgery?

The medications may differ depending on the surgery and the patient’s medical history, so it’s essential to consult a doctor and follow accordingly.

3. How will the LVAD affect my daily routine?

After LVAD surgery, a few patients may take some time to get used to the LVAD, while others can easily resume their normal day-to-day activities. Your healthcare provider will offer proper instructions for taking care of the device and managing your medication. They’ll also advise you to avoid certain activities that can damage the device.

4. Can I exercise with an LVAD?

After the LVAD surgery, engaging in physical activity becomes an integral part of the recovery. Your physical therapist will develop specific goals and exercise guidelines tailored to your condition post surgery. You’ll have to follow the expert-recommended exercise regimen to recover faster.