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At MyLVAD our mission is to help improve the quality of life and outcomes for people living in the LVAD world. We hope to provide information, support, direction, and inspiration for those who live with LVADs.
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Clothing Options
HeartMate III Mens Clothing
Last activity 18 hours 43 minutes
I received a HeartMate III LVAD on 1/25/19. I have been home from the hospital for 5 days and I am using a Thoratec vest that was given to me at the hospital.I am ready to order mens clothing to accommodate my LVAD and would appreciate some advice. The batteries are now hanging on my side and the...
Equipment
Small Battery Size - Latest Development
Last activity 18 hours 51 minutes
Any news of development of smaller batteries and if so when are they likely to be implemented - Thanks
Driveline Management
Shower Protection
Last activity 21 hours 29 minutes
Hi Everyone, My name is Arthur Canga, I'm from Brazil. My dad got the heartmate 3 this past July and i would like to get a few tips or some suggestions to protect his driveline during the shower. What kind of bandage is more secure to avoid his driveline of getting wet? He is starting to get some...
Research Participation Opportunities
Would you like to join an important study about your experience of living with a Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD)?
Last activity 1 day 16 hours
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