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Congenital Cardiology Glossary
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Ventricular Assist Device VAD
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A mechanical pump that supports heart function in patients with severe ventricular dysfunction, used as bridge therapy or destination therapy.
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Balloon Atrial Septostomy
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Technical
IVT
An emergency catheter-based procedure to create or enlarge an atrial septal defect for palliative mixing of blood.
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