Cardiologists and doctors usually recommend ventricular
assist device (VAD), a type of mechanical pump, for individuals who have
weakened hearts or suffer from severe heart failure. Patients awaiting a heart
transplant or undergoing a long-term treatment find these devices useful. These
mechanical pumps are surgically placed to support heart function and blood flow
in people with heart failure (HF). The equipment is used in combination with
other specialized treatments such as mechanical circulatory support system; the
device does not replace the native heart but prolongs its life. The device takes blood from the lower
chambers of the heart and pumps it to the vital organs of the body.
Basically two types of VAD are used—left ventricular assist
device (LVAD) and right ventricular assist device (RVAD)—the former being most
commonly used for treating HF. RVADs are usually used after LVAD surgeries or other heart surgeries,
particularly for short-term support functions. RVAD, also called a "bridge
to transplant," is often used in longer-term therapies. It helps the right
ventricle to pump blood to the pulmonary artery. Increasing incidence of
advanced HF across regions is a key factor boosting the growth of the VAD
market. Growing use of the device in ‘destination therapy’ where it is
surgically inserted for long-term support in patients who cannot undergo
transplantation is expected to create ample growth opportunities in the market
in the developed regions.
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As per Scientific Registry of Transplant Recipients,
approximately 42 % of all patients undergoing transplantation have a heart
device; a majority of such devices consist of VADs. Increasing approvals by FDA
for new VAD devices and advancements in technology used for heart therapies are
expected to foster the growth of the market across major regions, such as
Europe and the U.S. Furthermore, the incidence of transplant is limited mainly
due to the scarcity of acceptable donors, which will create more demand for
VADs devices.
Leading providers for VAD implantation offer services
related to superior management of the VAD equipment that helps in containing
post-surgical maintenance costs and boost surgical outcomes. Keeping a track of
the current and emerging trends, Big Market Research has added a report, titled
“Global VAD Industry 2015 Deep Market Research Report”. The report analyzes the
key market dynamics, profile of manufacturers, and technological trends that
shape up the competitive landscape scenario in VAD industry.
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