Abstract
We describe successful use of a minimal extracorporeal circulation circuit (MECC) as an alternative to conventional cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB) for the implantation of left ventricular assist device (LVAD) in a 65-year-old patient with ischemic dilated cardiomyopathy. A Jarvik 2000 was implanted through a median sternotomy with the outflow graft anastomosed to the ascending aorta. MECC circuit provides optimal circulatory support throughout the procedure and prevents hemodynamic instability caused by marked displacement of the heart for exposure of the left ventricular apex, while minimizing the adverse effects of conventional CPB.
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