Long-term mechanical circulatory support: Differences with pulsatile and non-pulsatile systems

Aims: With increased use of ventricular assist devices (VADs), non-pulsatile systems have attained more interest for long-term use. We present the results of mechanical circulatory support (MCS) with pulsatile and non-pulsatile LVADs employed in patients for over 1 year.