Perioperative Management of Severe Acquired Coagulopathy in Patients with Left Ventricular Assist Device—a Literature Review and Expert Recommendations

Purpose of This Review The implantation of a left ventricular assist device (LVAD) is associated with high hemorrhage-related re-exploration rates. Improved management of coagulopathy may improve patient outcome. The optimal management of acquired coagulopathy in LVAD patients needing urgent non-cardiac surgery needs to be defined. We aim to review risk factors for perioperative bleeding and diagnosis and management of LVAD-associated...