Are LVADs being implanted into CHF persons who are not eligible for heart transplant? If so, what centers are practicing this procedure? Who is eligible? What are common risk factors? A family member has CHF. His physicians indicate that his arteries are strong but his heart is too weak to pump blood as needed. He currently receives medication via IV 6 hours/day 7 days/week via a port which has had some level of success. Thank you for your time.