Ethical Analysis of Withdrawing Ventricular Assist Device Support
Authors:
- Paul S. MuellerPMPaul S. Mueller
- Keith M. SwetzKSKeith M. Swetz
- Monica R. FreemanMFMonica R. Freeman
- Kari A. CarterKCKari A. Carter
- Mary Eliot CrowleyMCMary Eliot Crowley
- Cathy J. Anderson SeversonCSCathy J. Anderson Severson
- Soon J. ParkSPSoon J. Park
- Daniel P. SulmasyDSDaniel P. Sulmasy
- 1 September 2010
- journal article
- case report
- Published by Elsevier in Mayo Clinic Proceedings
- Vol. 85 (9) , 791-797
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