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What is the definition or description of: lvad?
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LVAD: Left ventricular assist device is implantable mechanical pump that helps pump blood from your ventricles in your heart (lower chambers) to the rest of your body. Is used in severe heart failure or if waiting for heart transplant.
Answered 12/9/2013
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