Table 3. Freedom driver support characteristics for pediatric patients (<19 years) stratified by device size.
| Characteristics | 50 cc TAH-t patients, N=15 | 70 cc TAH-t patients, N=36 |
|---|---|---|
| Freedom driver support | ||
| Cumulative duration of freedom driver support (days) | 1,176 | 1,613 |
| Average duration of freedom driver support (days) | 168±156 | 269±362 |
| Time from implant to freedom driver support (days) | 68±63 | 83±58 |
| Discharge on freedom driver | ||
| Number of patients discharged (%) | 3 (42.9) | 5 (83.3) |
| Duration from implant to discharge (days) | 170±113 | 127±109 |
| Outcome on freedom driver support (%) | ||
| Transplant | 6 (85.7) | 6 (100.0) |
| Alive on device | 1 (14.3) | 0 (0.0) |
| Death | 0 (0.0) | 0 (0.0) |
Results presented as average ± standard deviation and number (frequency). TAH-t, temporary total artificial heart.