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Aortic valve thrombosis after implantation of temporary left ventricular assist device

^a Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, The Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital, The Ohio State University Medical Center, Columbus, OH, USA
^b Division of Cardiology, The Richard M. Ross Heart Hospital, The Ohio State University Medical Center, Columbus, OH, USA

*Corresponding author. Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, The Ohio State University, 816 Doan Hall, 410 W 10th Ave, Columbus, OH 43210, USA. Tel.: +1 (614) 293-7277; fax: +1 (614) 293-4726.

E-mail address: juan.crestanello{at}osumc.edu (J.A. Crestanello).

The use of assist devices for ventricular support after myocardial infarction with cardiogenic shock has become common practice. Thrombosis, bleeding, and infection are common complications. However, native valve thrombosis is a rare complication. We present a case of aortic valve thrombosis after implantation of a left ventricular assist device (LVAD) treated with thrombus removal at time of device exchange.

Key Words: Heart failure; Myocardial infarction; Thrombosis; Valves; Echocardiography