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New York Presbyterian/Columbia

VAD Team Contact is 212-305-6003
Your call will be directed to the

appropriate VAD team member.

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What you need to know

Problems/Complications

 Infection
The leading cause of mortality in LVAD patients
Driveline exit sites are a major source of infection

 Preventing Infection
The driveline dressing change is a sterile technique
Make sure driveline exit site is covered with a clean,

dry gauze dressing
Ensure that the driveline stays clean and dry
Always use good hand hygiene

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