Use of Hemodynamic Ramp Study to Optimize Continuous-Flow Ventricular Assist Device in a Fontan Patient

ASAIO J. 2019 Jul;65(5):e47-e49. doi: 10.1097/MAT.0000000000000920.

Abstract

The utility of hemodynamic ramp studies in single ventricle patients supported by continuous flow left ventricular assist devices (CF-LVADs) is largely unknown. We report the novel use of the hemodynamic ramp test to optimize a 26 year-old Fontan-palliated single-ventricle patient supported with a continuous-flow ventricular assist device (Heartware HVAD). Modest improvements in Fontan hemodynamics resulted in significant and persistent clinical improvement and symptomatic relief.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Fontan Procedure
  • Heart Failure / surgery
  • Heart-Assist Devices*
  • Hemodynamics / physiology*
  • Humans