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Background characteristics
| N = 30 | |
|---|---|
| Age, years | 66.4 ± 8.8 |
| Race (Caucasian) | 17 (57%) |
| Body Mass Index | 30.9 ± 8.0 |
| Gender (Male) | 16 (53%) |
| Destination Therapy | 25 (83%) |
| Ischemic Etiology | 14 (47%) |
| Devices | |
| HeartMate II | 20 (67%) |
| HVAD | 9 (30%) |
| HeartAssist 5 | 1 (3%) |
| Hypertension | 20 (67%) |
| Diabetes Mellitus | 14 (47%) |
| Atrial Fibrillation | 11 (37%) |
| History of Ventricular Tachyarrhythmia | 7 (23%) |
