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Left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) are mechanical pumps that are surgically attached to the left ventricle and aorta. Clinical studies show that LVADs improve patient health and quality of life, and dramatically reduce the mortality of cardiac failure. During periods of high LVAD support, blood flow occurs entirely through the LVAD, the aortic valve is continuously closed, and the heart operates...