VAD; RVAD; LVAD; BVAD; Right ventricular assist device; Left ventricular assist device; Biventricular assist device; Heart pump
It takes several hours to place an IVAD into the body. After surgery, your blood pressure, heart rate, and the device will be regularly checked to make sure you are doing well. You will be connected to a breathing machine until you are able to breathe by yourself.
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