Table 2. Support characteristics for pediatric patients (<19 years) implanted with a TAH-t stratified by device size.
| Characteristics | 50 cc TAH-t patients, N=15 | 70 cc TAH-t patients, N=36 |
|---|---|---|
| Cumulative duration of support (days) | 2,171 | 4,072 |
| Average duration of support (days) | 145±165 | 113±204 |
| Duration of support (%) | ||
| 0–6 months | 11 (73.3) | 30 (83.3) |
| 6–12 months | 2 (13.3) | 2 (5.6) |
| 12–24 months | 2 (13.3) | 3 (8.3) |
| >24 months | 0 (0.0) | 1 (2.8) |
Results presented as number (frequency) or average ± standard deviation. TAH-t, temporary total artificial heart.