Ventricular assist system keeps failing hearts beating

Ventricular assist system keeps failing hearts beating

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Science, Health Sciences, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explains the function and components of a ventricular assist system. It describes how the pump uses an electric current to spin a rotor, accelerating blood flow. The pump can be implanted near the heart or in the abdomen and is used to deliver blood from the ventricles to the aorta or pulmonary artery. The system is monitored by a controller that displays its status.

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What is the primary function of the device mentioned in the text?

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How does the pump accelerate blood?

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Where is the pump typically implanted?

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What are the two main types of blood delivery mentioned?

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What role does the controller play in the system?

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