Preferred Label : Implantation of Long Term Durable Mechanical Circulatory Support Device;
NCIt synonyms : Implantation of Long Term Durable MCS Device;
NCIt related terms : Implantation of a long-term durable MCS device performed;
NCIt definition : Placement of a permanent device used to supplement medical therapy (vasopressors and
inotropes) in the management of patients with low cardiac output and cardiogenic shock.;
Alternative definition : ACC/AHA: Mechanical pump to help pump blood from the ventricle(s) to the body, used
in the management of patients with low cardiac output and cardiogenic shock;
NCI Metathesaurus CUI : CL1905051;
Origin ID : C191467;
UMLS CUI : C5784499;
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