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What is the typical survival of a patient with left ventricular assist device?
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A few years: Much progress is happening in this area that enables improved longevity from a few months to possibly a few years --.
Answered 1/28/2013
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No typical: There is no 'typical survival' for an lvad patient. You live what you live. That said, heartmate ii receivers have been reported to have about 70% 2 year survival.
Answered 3/26/2013
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