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Salutary effects of the Pulvad, a novel implantable counterpulsation assist device, on cardiac mechanoenergetics
Authors
C. Kontogiannis Aravantinos, D. Nanas, I. Kapelios, C.J. Marinakis, S. Vakrou, S. Sarchosi, S. Perrea, D.N. Mason, J.W. Nanas, J.N. Malliaras, K.
Publication date
1 January 2019
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Abstract
The Pressure Unloading Left Ventricular Assist Vevice (PULVAD) is a novel implantable counterpulsation LVAD, designed to provide ventricular unloading with augmentation of LV performance and retention of pulsatility. We assessed the effects of the PULVAD on hemodynamics and LV mechanoenergetics in seven farm pigs with acute ischemic heart failure. The PULVAD was implanted in the thorax and was connected to the ascending aorta. The PULVAD was pneumatically driven by a standard intra-aortic balloon pump console and was electrocardiogram-synchronized to provide LV pressure unloading along with diastolic aortic pressure augmentation. Hemodynamics, indices of LV mechanoenergetics, and coronary blood flow were measured without and after brief PULVAD support. PULVAD support decreased LV afterload and improved LV mechanical performance (increased ejection fraction, stroke volume, cardiac output and maximum elastance). The PULVAD concurrently reduced LV energy consumption (decreased stroke work and pressure-volume area) and optimized LV energetic performance (improved the ratio of stroke work to pressure-volume area). PULVAD support increased mean coronary blood flow, through dramatic augmentation of diastolic blood flow. In conclusion, the PULVAD unloads the failing LV, optimizes LV mechanoenergetics, and augments coronary blood flow. These salutary effects of short-term PULVAD support provide the foundation for long-term testing. © 2018 by the ASAIO
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