Patient and caregiver determinants of patient quality of life and caregiver strain in left ventricular assist device therapy

Volume: 7, Issue: 6
Published: Mar 7, 2018
Abstract
Background null Although current guidelines emphasize the importance of social support to the success of left ventricular assist device (LVAD) therapy, few studies examine the influence of the caregiver on patient outcomes or quantify the impact of LVAD caregiving on caregiver outcomes. The purpose of this analysis was to identify patient and caregiver determinants of patient quality of life (QOL) and caregiver strain in response to LVAD...
Paper Details
Title
Patient and caregiver determinants of patient quality of life and caregiver strain in left ventricular assist device therapy
Published Date
Mar 7, 2018
Volume
7
Issue
6
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