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Challenges in advanced heart failure care in Japan: Bridging the gap in durable mechanical circulatory support utilization and heart transplantation.

Satoshi Miyashita, Francisco B Alexandrino, Amanda R Vest, Tomohiro Fujisaki, Wai Hong Wilson Tang, Yasumasa Tsukamoto, Koichiro Kinugawa

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5 · Who and what money

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7 authors.

Satoshi MiyashitaDepartment of Cardiovascular Medicine Heart, Vascular, and Thoracic Institute Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio.
Francisco B AlexandrinoDepartment of Internal Medicine, Primary Care Institute, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio.
Amanda R VestDepartment of Cardiovascular Medicine Heart, Vascular, and Thoracic Institute Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio.
Tomohiro FujisakiDepartment of Cardiovascular Medicine, National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, Suita, Osaka, Japan.
Wai Hong Wilson TangDepartment of Cardiovascular Medicine Heart, Vascular, and Thoracic Institute Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio.
Yasumasa TsukamotoDepartment of Transplantation, National Cerebral and Cardiovascular Center, Suita, Osaka, Japan.
Koichiro KinugawaThe Second Department of Internal Medicine, University of Toyama, Toyama, Toyama, Japan.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

In Japan, the incidence of heart failure has escalated to become a major cause of morbidity and mortality. Advanced therapeutic interventions, such as heart transplantation and durable left ventricular assist devices, have become a focus of interest in recent decades. However, the unique sociocultural landscape of Japan, coupled with a historically controversial background of organ transplantation, has impeded progress in these areas. This has resulted in a notable donor shortage and the absence of a robust framework for heart transplantation. This review aims to highlight the specific challenges faced in advancing heart failure care in Japan and proposes strategic solutions to overcome these barriers.

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advanced heart failurecardiogenic shockheart failureheart transplantleft ventricular assist device

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PMID40144849
PMCPMC11935425

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