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Caba B, Vasiliu L, Covic MA, Sascau R, Statescu C, Covic A. Cardiac Device Therapy in Patients with Chronic Kidney Disease: An Update. J Clin Med 2024; 13:516. [PMID: 38256650 PMCID: PMC10816721 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13020516] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2023] [Revised: 01/13/2024] [Accepted: 01/15/2024] [Indexed: 01/24/2024] Open
Abstract
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) and chronic kidney disease (CKD) are frequently interconnected and their association leads to an exponential increase in the risk of both fatal and non-fatal events. In addition, the burden of arrhythmias in CKD patients is increased. On the other hand, the presence of CKD is an important factor that influences the decision to pursue cardiac device therapy. Data on CKD patients with device therapy are scarce and mostly derives from observational studies and case reports. Cardiac resynchronization therapy (CRT) is associated with decreased mortality, reduced heart failure symptoms, and improved renal function in early stages of CKD. Implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) are associated with a significant reduction in the mortality of CKD patients only for the secondary prevention of sudden cardiac death. Cardiac resynchronization therapy with defibrillator (CRT-D) is preferred in patients who meet the established criteria. The need for cardiac pacing is increased three-fold in dialysis patients. CKD is an independent risk factor for infections associated with cardiac devices.
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- Bogdan Caba
- Faculty of Medicine, “Grigore T. Popa” University of Medicine, 700115 Iasi, Romania; (B.C.); (L.V.); (R.S.); (C.S.); (A.C.)
- Cardiology Department, Cardiovascular Diseases Institute “Prof. Dr. George I. M. Georgescu”, 700503 Iasi, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, “Grigore T. Popa” University of Medicine, 700115 Iasi, Romania; (B.C.); (L.V.); (R.S.); (C.S.); (A.C.)
- Cardiology Department, Cardiovascular Diseases Institute “Prof. Dr. George I. M. Georgescu”, 700503 Iasi, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, “Grigore T. Popa” University of Medicine, 700115 Iasi, Romania; (B.C.); (L.V.); (R.S.); (C.S.); (A.C.)
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- Faculty of Medicine, “Grigore T. Popa” University of Medicine, 700115 Iasi, Romania; (B.C.); (L.V.); (R.S.); (C.S.); (A.C.)
- Cardiology Department, Cardiovascular Diseases Institute “Prof. Dr. George I. M. Georgescu”, 700503 Iasi, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, “Grigore T. Popa” University of Medicine, 700115 Iasi, Romania; (B.C.); (L.V.); (R.S.); (C.S.); (A.C.)
- Cardiology Department, Cardiovascular Diseases Institute “Prof. Dr. George I. M. Georgescu”, 700503 Iasi, Romania
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- Faculty of Medicine, “Grigore T. Popa” University of Medicine, 700115 Iasi, Romania; (B.C.); (L.V.); (R.S.); (C.S.); (A.C.)
- Nephrology Department, Dialysis and Renal Transplant Center, “Dr. C.I. Parhon” University Hospital, 700503 Iasi, Romania
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The impact of preoperative kidney replacement therapy on kidney outcome and survival in patients with left ventricular assist device. Ren Fail 2023; 45:2157285. [PMID: 36763000 PMCID: PMC9930763 DOI: 10.1080/0886022x.2022.2157285] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/11/2023] Open
Abstract
Left ventricular assist device (LVAD) has been highlighted as a new treatment option in the end-stage heart failure (HF). Kidney outcome after LVAD in severe cardiorenal syndrome (CRS) patients requiring kidney replacement therapy (KRT) is unclear. We investigated the impact of preoperative KRT on kidney function and survival in LVAD patients with severe CRS. A total of 50 patients followed up for at least 1 year after LVAD implantation was analyzed. The primary outcomes were estimated glomerular filtration rate and survival rate. Patients were divided into two groups depending on in-hospital KRT before LVAD implantation: the control group (n = 33) and the KRT group (n = 17). Postoperative KRT was performed for 76.5% of patients in the KRT group, and all of them discontinued KRT before discharge. There were no statistically significant differences in the degree of eGFR decline in survivors according to preoperative KRT. Although there were no statistically significant differences in the degree of eGFR decline in survivors regardless of preoperative KRT, old age (β -0.94, p < 0.01), preexisting chronic kidney disease (β -21.89, p < 0.01), and high serum creatinine (β -13.95, p < 0.01) were identified as independent predictors of post-LVAD eGFR decline. Mortality rate was higher, and more patients progressed to end-stage kidney disease in KRT group than control group. However, LVAD still can be considered as the treatment option in end-stage HF patients with severe CRS requiring KRT, especially in those with young age and previous normal kidney function.
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Sow M, Seadler BD, Chandratre SR, Koratala A, Carlson SF, Joyce LD, Kohmoto T, Durham LA, Joyce DL. Supporting the right ventricle in postcardiotomy renal dysfunction: A case series. Clin Case Rep 2023; 11:e7695. [PMID: 37465241 PMCID: PMC10350664 DOI: 10.1002/ccr3.7695] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/14/2023] [Revised: 06/05/2023] [Accepted: 06/27/2023] [Indexed: 07/20/2023] Open
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Postcardiotomy RV dysfunction is an under-recognized cause of acute kidney injury (AKI). Insertion of a percutaneous right ventricular assist device (RVAD) reduces central venous hypertension and congestive nephropathy by augmenting cardiac output. In selected patients, percutaneous RVAD insertion may improve renal function and obviate the need for long-term dialysis.
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- Mami Sow
- Medical College of WisconsinMilwaukeeWisconsinUSA
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- Division of Cardiothoracic SurgeryFroedtert & Medical College of WisconsinMilwaukeeWisconsinUSA
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- Department of Pediatric EndocrinologyAspirus HealthStevens PointWisconsinUSA
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- Division of NephrologyFroedtert & Medical College of WisconsinMilwaukeeWisconsinUSA
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- Division of Cardiothoracic SurgeryFroedtert & Medical College of WisconsinMilwaukeeWisconsinUSA
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- Division of Cardiothoracic SurgeryFroedtert & Medical College of WisconsinMilwaukeeWisconsinUSA
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- Division of Cardiothoracic SurgeryFroedtert & Medical College of WisconsinMilwaukeeWisconsinUSA
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- Division of Cardiothoracic SurgeryFroedtert & Medical College of WisconsinMilwaukeeWisconsinUSA
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Al Sahlawi M, Ponce D, Charytan DM, Cullis B, Perl J. Peritoneal Dialysis in Critically Ill Patients: Time for a Critical Reevaluation? Clin J Am Soc Nephrol 2023; 18:512-520. [PMID: 36754063 PMCID: PMC10103328 DOI: 10.2215/cjn.0000000000000059] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Peritoneal dialysis (PD) as an AKI treatment in adults was widely accepted in critical care settings well into the 1980s. The advent of extracorporeal continuous KRT led to widespread decline in the use of PD for AKI across high-income countries. The lack of familiarity and comfort with the use of PD in critical care settings has also led to lack of use even among those receiving maintenance PD. Many critical care units reflexively convert patients receiving maintenance PD to alternative dialysis therapies at admission. Renewed interest in the use of PD for AKI therapy has emerged due to its increasing use in low- and middle-income countries. In high-income countries, the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, saw PD for AKI used early on, where many critical care units were in crisis and relied on PD use when resources for other AKI therapy modalities were limited. In this review, we highlight advantages and disadvantages of PD in critical care settings and indications and contraindications for its use. We provide an overview of literature to support both PD treatment during AKI and its continuation as a maintenance therapy during critical illness. For AKI therapy, we further discuss establishment of PD access, PD prescription management, and complication monitoring and treatment. Finally, we discuss expansion in the use of PD for AKI therapy extending beyond its role during times of resource constraints.
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- Muthana Al Sahlawi
- Department of Internal Medicine, College of Medicine, King Faisal University, Al-Hasa, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medicine, Botukatu School of Medicine, Sao Paulo, Brazil
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- Nephrology Division, Department of Medicine, New York University Grossman School of Medicine, New York, New York
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- Renal and Intensive Care Unit, Hilton Life Hospital, Cape Town, South Africa
- Department of Renal and Solid Organ Transplantation, Red Cross War Memorial Childrens Hospital, University of Cape Town, Cape Town, South Africa
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- Division of Nephrology, St. Michael's Hospital, University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Isa SO, Buhari O, Adeniran-Isa M, Baral N, Adhikari G, AbdulAzeem B, Savarapu P, Adekolujo O, Hassan M, Adeboye A. Hypothyroidism Is Associated With Longer Hospital Stay Following Implantation Of Left Ventricular Assist Device. CLINICAL MEDICINE INSIGHTS-CARDIOLOGY 2021; 15:11795468211058761. [PMID: 34880702 PMCID: PMC8646184 DOI: 10.1177/11795468211058761] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2021] [Accepted: 10/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Background: There has been a steady and consistent rise in the use of left ventricular assist devices in the management of patients with advanced heart failure. Hypothyroidism also remains one of the most common endocrine conditions with a significant impact on the development and overall outcomes of heart failure. The authors analyzed the National Inpatient Sample to evaluate the effect of hypothyroidism on the in-hospital outcomes of patients with end-stage heart failure following the placement of left ventricular assist device. Methods: The national inpatient sample was queried to identify all adult patients who had LVAD placement from 2004 to 2014. They were subsequently divided into those with hypothyroidism and those without hypothyroidism. The primary outcome was in-hospital mortality. Other outcomes were acute kidney injury, length, and cost of hospitalization. Logistic regression models were created to determine the outcomes of interest. Results: Of 2643 patients in the study, 5.4% had hypothyroidism, and 94.6% did not. The hypothyroid patients were significantly older compared to the non-hypothyroid patients (mean age 58.6 years vs 49.95 years, P-value <.0001). Both groups had similar gender composition. In-hospital mortality was similar across both groups. However, there was a higher incidence of acute kidney injury (AKI) in the hypothyroid group (adjusted odds ratio [aOR 1.83, P-value <.001]). Hypothyroid patients had longer hospital stays (adjusted mean difference [aMD] 5.19, P-value .0001). Hospital charges were also higher in the hypothyroid group. Conclusion: This study found that LVAD is associated with longer hospital stay in hypothyroid patients with heart failure.
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- Sakiru O Isa
- Department of Medicine, McLaren Flint, Flint, MI, USA
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- Department of Medicine, McLaren Flint, Flint, MI, USA
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Gambaro A, Lombardi G, Onorati F, Gottin L, Ribichini FL. Heart, kidney and left ventricular assist device: a complex trio. Eur J Clin Invest 2021; 51:e13662. [PMID: 34347897 DOI: 10.1111/eci.13662] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/10/2021] [Revised: 07/24/2021] [Accepted: 08/03/2021] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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BACKGROUND Heart failure (HF) is a complex syndrome affecting the whole body, kidneys included. The left ventricular assist device (LVAD) is a valid option for patients with very severe HF. Focusing on renal function, LVAD implantation could theoretically reverse the detrimental effects of HF syndrome on kidneys. However, implanting an LVAD is a high-risk surgical procedure, and LVAD patients have higher risk of bleeding, device thrombosis, strokes, renal impairment, multi-organ failure and infections. Furthermore, an LVAD has its own particular effects on the renal system. METHODS In this review, we provide a comprehensive overview of the complex interaction between LVAD and the kidneys from the pathophysiological and clinical perspectives. An analysis of the different effects of pulsatile-flow and continuous-flow LVAD is provided. RESULTS Despite their limitations, creatinine-based estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) formulas help to stratify patients by their post-LVAD placement prognosis. Poor basal renal function, the onset of acute kidney injury or the need for renal replacement therapy after LVAD implantation negatively influences a patient's prognosis. LVAD can also prompt an improvement in renal function, however, with some counterintuitive effects on a patient's prognosis. CONCLUSION It is still hard to say whether different trends in eGFR depend on different renal conditions before LVAD placement, on a patient's better overall status or on a particular patient management strategy before and/or after the device's implantation. Steps should be taken to solve this question because finding the best candidates for LVAD implantation is of paramount importance to ensure the best outcomes.
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- Alessia Gambaro
- Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Division of Nephrology, Department of Medicine, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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- Unit of Cardiothoracic Anesthesia and Intensive Care, Department of Emergencies and Intensive Care, University of Verona, Verona, Italy
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Peritoneal Dialysis Following Left Ventricular Assist Device Placement and Kidney Recovery: A Case Report. Kidney Med 2021; 3:438-441. [PMID: 34136789 PMCID: PMC8178477 DOI: 10.1016/j.xkme.2020.12.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Acute kidney injury (AKI) complicates up to 50% of left ventricular assist device (LVAD) placements and up to 30% of these patients require dialysis. Despite advances in LVAD technology since the first-generation devices, the risk for AKI remains high. We present a case of a woman in her 50s with previously stable stage C heart failure who developed critical cardiogenic shock and resultant AKI. She required continuous kidney replacement therapy both before and after placement of an LVAD. Following multiple inpatient and outpatient hemodialysis sessions complicated by hypotension, she was transitioned to peritoneal dialysis (PD). She tolerated PD well, and her kidney function continued to improve during the following weeks. After 6 weeks of outpatient PD, she recovered kidney function, allowing for cessation of dialysis. PD is a good option for patients with advanced heart failure who receive an LVAD due to gentler ultrafiltration, decreased risk for bacteremia, and better preservation of kidney function as compared with hemodialysis.
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Franz DD, Hussein WF, Abra G, Diskin CD, Duggal V, Teuteberg JJ, Chang TI, Schiller B. Outcomes Among Patients With Left Ventricular Assist Devices Receiving Maintenance Outpatient Hemodialysis: A Case Series. Am J Kidney Dis 2020; 77:226-234. [PMID: 32711070 DOI: 10.1053/j.ajkd.2020.04.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2019] [Accepted: 04/16/2020] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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RATIONALE & OBJECTIVE The incidence of left ventricular assist device (LVAD) implantation as destination therapy for heart failure is increasing and kidney failure requiring maintenance hemodialysis is a common complication. Because little is known about the safety or efficacy of outpatient hemodialysis among patients with LVADs, this study sought to describe their clinical course. STUDY DESIGN Case series of patients with an LVAD undergoing maintenance outpatient hemodialysis whose clinical data were obtained from an electronic medical record. SETTING & PARTICIPANTS Adults who received an LVAD, survived to hospital discharge, and were subsequently treated with maintenance hemodialysis by a not-for-profit dialysis provider between 2011 and 2019. RESULTS 11 patients were included. 6 had a known history of chronic kidney disease. Patients underwent outpatient hemodialysis for a mean duration of 165.2 (range, 31-542) days, during which they were treated with 544 total dialysis sessions. 6 of these sessions were stopped early due to dialysis-related adverse events (1.1%). More than 80% of follow-up time was spent out of the hospital; however, 55% of patients were rehospitalized within 1 month of starting outpatient hemodialysis. The most common reason for hospitalization was infection (32%), followed by hypervolemia (14%), and cerebrovascular accident or transient ischemic attack (11%). 4 patients recovered kidney function, 1 underwent combined heart and kidney transplantation, 2 continued treatment, 2 died, and 2 were lost to follow-up. LIMITATIONS Retrospective design, small number of cases, and lack of complete follow-up data. CONCLUSIONS Approximately half the patients with complete follow-up either recovered kidney function or underwent combined heart and kidney transplantation. This case series demonstrates that outpatient hemodialysis centers, in partnership with LVAD treatment teams, can successfully provide hemodialysis to patients on LVAD support.
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- Douglas D Franz
- Department of Medicine, Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA; Veteran Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System, Palo Alto, CA.
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- Department of Medicine, Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA; Satellite Healthcare, San Jose, CA
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- Department of Medicine, Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA; Satellite Healthcare, San Jose, CA
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- Department of Medicine, Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA; Satellite Healthcare, San Jose, CA
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- Department of Medicine, Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA; Satellite Healthcare, San Jose, CA
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- Department of Medicine, Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA
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- Department of Medicine, Stanford University, Palo Alto, CA; Satellite Healthcare, San Jose, CA
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Pagani FD. Commentary: Understanding the relationship between acute kidney injury and durable ventricular assist device implantation: Is it a preoperative or postoperative event? J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2019; 159:489-490. [PMID: 31147166 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtcvs.2019.04.043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2019] [Accepted: 04/11/2019] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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- Francis D Pagani
- Department of Cardiac Surgery, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Mich.
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Han JJ, Atluri P. Commentary: No filter-The real prognosis of kidney injury after ventricular assist device implantation. J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2019; 159:487-488. [PMID: 31126654 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtcvs.2019.04.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2019] [Accepted: 04/10/2019] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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- Jason J Han
- Division of Cardiovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pa
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- Division of Cardiovascular Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pa.
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