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A ventricular assist device (VAD) is a mechanical pump used for temporary blood circulation support.
Short-, intermediate-, and long-term support requires bedside monitoring of the equipment and patient throughout treatment.
Types of circulatory support pumps include pneumatic and electromagnetic pumps. Rotary pumps are also available.
John Hines Kennedy has written:
'Support of the failing circulation' -- subject(s): Heart failure, Mechanical Heart