Trends of 'sparse'. Translations for 'sparse'. British English: sparse ADJECTIVE. Something that is sparse is small in number or amount and spread out over an area.Many slopes are rock fields with sparse vegetation. Brazilian Portuguese: esparso. Chinese: ç¨çç.
Heart Failure: Watching Your Fluids. Too much fluid in your body can make it harder for your already-weakened heart to pump. Your doctor may prescribe a diuretic to help get rid of excess fluid. He or she may also suggest that you limit liquids so that your body can get rid of the extra water and sodium.
Ventricular Assist Device Also known as Heart Pump A ventricular assist device (VAD) is a mechanical pump that supports heart function and blood flow in people who have weakened hearts. Overview These devices can support the function of the left, right, or both heart ventricles. Ventricles are the lower chambers of your heart. The VAD includes tubes to carry blood out of your heart and to your blood vessels, a power source, and a control unit to monitor device function.