Comparison of Different Frailty Assessment Tools

Feasibility and Comparison of the Impact of Different Frailty Assessment Tools on the Outcome of Ventricular Assist Device Implantation and Heart Transplantation

Feasibility and Comparison of the Impact of different Frailty Assessment Tools on the Outcome of Ventricular Assist Device Implantation and Heart Transplantation in advanced heart failure patients

Comparison of the feasibility and results of the following frailty assessment tools in advanced heart failure patients treated with ventricular assist device Implantation or awaiting heart transplantation in Eurotransplant-Status "high urgency":

• Evaluation of the muscle mass in the preoperative CT-Scan
• Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis
• 6 Minute Walk Test
• Grip Strength Measurement
• Questionnaires: EQ5D-5L, Rockwood Frailty Scale

The assessment will be conducted prior to surgery, after surgery and at 6 Month Follow-up

Inclusion Criteria:

• Planned VAD Implantation/ HU-Status awaiting Heart Transplantation
• Signature on Informed Consent

Exclusion Criteria:

• < 18 years old
• Informed consent not possible/not signed
• Pregnancy/Breastfeeding