What is RVAD?

Indications: • In chronic diseases, RVAD is exceptional if isolated, usually combined to LVAD or during a TAH. • Mainly in acute right ventricular failure. - Acute phase after a cardiac surgery. - Acute Pulmonary Hypertension (ARDS, Cor pulmonale, etc… Principles: • Use an LVAD device and implant it on the right side. • No true apex of the RV, the inlet has to be implanted in the RA with the exit vascular graft connected to the PA. New Insight: percutaneous RV shortcut/ with RV venting