Mechanical Circulatory Support Devices (MCSD) | Treatments

Service Area: Heart Care

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Heart & Vascular

Heart Valve Disorders

Heart care

What are mechanical circulatory support devices (MCSD)?

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UW Health heart care patient, who received an LVAD in 2015

What to know if you need an assist device

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While Scott awaits a heart transplant, he is wearing a life-saving LVAD (left ventricular assist device) vest. He can now go about life with the confidence of knowing his heart is being supported.

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Scott's VAD vest allows him to do the things he loves

Preparing for Your  Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Implant Evaluation

Your  Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Implant Evaluation

Your Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Implant Surgery

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When your heart can't pump your blood well, you may need a mechanical assist device. UW Health is nationally known for surgical implantation of ventricular assist devices (VAD). Our experts will design your customized treatment plan.

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