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'Beating heart' technology could revolutionize field of heart transplantation

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Technology could revolutionize field of heart transplantation
The heart transplantation team at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical is currently leading a national, multicenter phase 2 clinical study of an experimental organ-preservation system that allows donor hearts to continue functioning in a near-physiologic state outside the body during transport.
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Berlin Heart Ventricular Assist Device

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Penelope's Story
Nearly 200 children are awaiting heart transplants in the United States, but many will die before a suitable organ becomes available. Penelope Gordon was among those youngsters facing an uncertain future when she was airlifted to UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital after becoming desperately ill following a visit to her great-grandparent's house.
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Cardiovascular Disease Prevention

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Cardiovascular Disease Prevention with Tracy Huynh, MD - UCLA Health
UCLA has been rated "Best in the West" in for cardiology and heart surgery by U.S. News and World Report.
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HeartMate II Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD)

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VAD offers alternative to heart transplant
The ventricular assist device (VAD) was once seen only as a bridge to transplantation — a way to keep the sickest patient with heart failure alive until a donor became available. But as the technology continues to improve, it is increasingly viewed as an attractive destination treatment for patients who are not eligible for transplants.
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Preparing for Surgery (Adults)

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Preparing for Surgery at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
Preparing for Surgery at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center
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Preparing for Surgery (Pediatrics)

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Preparing for Surgery at UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital
Parents & Caregivers: Preparing Your Child for Surgery at UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital 
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Risk Factors for Heart Disease

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Risk Factors for Heart Disease with Dr. Ravi H. Dave - UCLA Health
UCLA has been rated "Best in the West" in for cardiology and heart surgery by U.S. News and World Report.
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