New technique for the outflow cannulation of right ventricular assist device

Cannulating the outflow cannula of a right ventricular assist device (RVAD) through the main pulmonary artery is often troublesome because of extensiv e dissecting adhesion. We implanted RVADs using the new technique for outfl ow cannulating through the right pulmonary artery between the ascending aor ta and the superior vena cava. With this technique, we needed only a little dissection and no cardiopulmonary bypass. This technique could make RVAD i mplantation simple, quick, and safe. (Ann Thorac Surg 1999;68:1092-3) (C) 1 999 by The Society of Thoracic Surgeons.