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I was under the impression there were implantable impeller style pumps that people used to replace the heart while waiting for a transplant.
by usrn 4y ago
I was under the impression there were implantable impeller style pumps that people used to replace the heart while waiting for a transplant.
- ceejayoz 4y agoThey don't replace, they assist. Longest one has lasted is seven years. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ventricular_assist_device https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ventricular_assist_device