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This form is used to document mechanical circulatory support events for pediatric heart transplant patients, capturing initiation and discontinuation dates and device types.

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How to fill out Mechanical Circulatory Support Events Form

1. Begin with the patient's identification details: Include full name, date of birth, and medical record number.
2. Specify the type of mechanical circulatory support device used: Indicate whether it is a left ventricular assist device (LVAD), right ventricular assist device (RVAD), or BiVAD.
3. Fill in the initial date and time of device initiation: Clearly record when the support was started.
4. Document vital signs: Include blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen saturation measurements at the time of initiation.
5. Record any complications: Note any adverse events or complications that occurred after the device was started.
6. Include treatment modifications: Document any changes made to medical therapy or device settings following initiation.
7. Capture outcomes: Record patient's status and any improvements or further interventions required.
8. Ensure all fields are complete and accurate before submitting the form.

Who needs Mechanical Circulatory Support Events Form?

1. Patients diagnosed with severe heart failure who require temporary or long-term support for circulatory function.
2. Healthcare providers managing patients with mechanical circulatory devices.
3. Research teams collecting data related to mechanical circulatory support outcomes.

People Also Ask about

Is ECMO a type of mechanical circulatory support?

Depending on your needs, our mechanical circulatory support specialists deliver: Short-term support: We support people in cardiogenic shock through the use of temporary ventricular assist devices, such as Impella, IABP and ECMO.

What are examples of mechanical circulatory support?

Types of MCS devices: Ventricular assist devices and artificial hearts Ventricular assist devices (VAD): These devices take over the function of one of the ventricles in your heart. Total artificial heart (TAH): This device replaces the function of both ventricles in people with end-stage heart failure.

What is mechanical circulatory support?

The definition of mechanical circulatory support (MCS) refers to a group of mechanical devices which can be added to the physiological circulation providing support or replacement of the heart and/or the lungs. This allows adequate blood flow and oxygenation in situations where pharmaceutical support is insufficient.

When to use mechanical circulatory support?

Mechanical circulatory support should be reserved for patients with potential reversible cause of CS and patients who are potential candidates for heart transplantation or those requiring a bridge to more definitive therapy.

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What is Mechanical Circulatory Support Events Form?

The Mechanical Circulatory Support Events Form is a standardized document used to report specific data related to patients receiving mechanical circulatory support, such as ventricular assist devices or total artificial hearts.

Who is required to file Mechanical Circulatory Support Events Form?

Healthcare providers and institutions that provide mechanical circulatory support to patients are required to file the Mechanical Circulatory Support Events Form.

How to fill out Mechanical Circulatory Support Events Form?

To fill out the Mechanical Circulatory Support Events Form, healthcare providers must accurately complete all required fields with patient information, treatment details, and clinical outcomes based on the guidelines provided by the governing authority.

What is the purpose of Mechanical Circulatory Support Events Form?

The purpose of the Mechanical Circulatory Support Events Form is to collect data for quality improvement, safety monitoring, and research purposes regarding the use of mechanical circulatory support in treating patients with heart failure.

What information must be reported on Mechanical Circulatory Support Events Form?

The Mechanical Circulatory Support Events Form must report information such as patient demographics, type of mechanical support device used, clinical indicators, complications, and outcomes of the therapy.