Heart failure occurs when the heart muscle cannot pump blood as well as it should. Conditions such as narrowed arteries or high blood pressure, gradually leave the heart too weak or too stiff to fill adequately and pump efficiently. Patients with heart failure thus often feel fatigued and experience a decrease in their ability to engage in daily activities. Some common symptoms are shortness of breath or swelling of the ankles, rapid or irregular heartbeat and congestion.
In a condition like chronic heart failure, a heart transplant, or Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) are the two-time tested modalities for management of the condition. However, a heart transplant is usually not preferred above the age of 70 years or due to concomitant health factors. Finding a compatible heart donor for the recipient is also challenging. LVADs are a viable option for all adult patients up to 75 years of age...
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