Fig. 3From: Mechanical circulatory assist devices: a primer for critical care and emergency physicians a Axial blood flow, shown in the HeartMate II LVAD (Thoratec Corp.). b Centrifugal blood flow, shown in the HeartWare LVAD (HeartWare Inc.). a Reprinted with the permission of Thoratech Corp. b Provided by HeartWare; used with permissionBack to article page