Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment [E] » Equipment and Supplies [E07] » Prostheses and Implants » Heart, Artificial
Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment [E] » Equipment and Supplies [E07] » Surgical Equipment » Artificial Organs » Heart, Artificial
Description
A pumping mechanism that duplicates the output, rate, and blood pressure of the natural heart. It may replace the function of the entire heart or a portion of it, and may be an intracorporeal, extracorporeal, or paracorporeal heart. (Dorland, 28th ed) MeSH
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Heart-Assist Devices
2 drugs (1 approved, 1 experimental)
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