Abstract
In contrast to the large body of literature describing cellular recovery during left ventricular asst device (LVAD) support,1,2 most series have described low rates of functional cardiac recovery during LVAD support. The recovery rate in the LVAD working group recovery (LWG) study was 9% (pulsatile devices)3 and in the HeartMate (HM) II axial flow LVAD bridge-to-transplant experience was <3%.4 Weaning of a pulsatile first generation LVAD may be achieved by stopping the device with intermittent hand pumping to prevent pump thrombosis.
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